The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, December 25; Thursday, December 26; and Wednesday, January 1, 2025 as public holidays to mark Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations.
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced this in a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani today.
The Minister extended greetings to Nigerians, encouraging citizens to embrace the season’s values of love, peace, and unity.
He called on Nigerians to use the festive period to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that the season signifies.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo emphasised the importance of the season as a time to foster harmony and strengthen bonds across families and communities.
“The Christmas season is a good moment for both spiritual reflection and national renewal. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, let us demonstrate kindness and extend goodwill to one another, irrespective of our differences,” Dr. Tunji-Ojo said.
He assured citizens of the government continued commitment to ensuring peace, security, and prosperity across the nation.
While wishing Nigerians a merry Christmas and a prosperous 2025, the Minister expressed his confidence in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu’s administration ushering in the New Year, a better and prosperous economy that will be the envy of the world.
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