The Federal Government has declared Friday 21 April and Monday 24 April 2023 public holidays during this year’s Eid el-Fitr celebration. According to a statement released on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Shuaib Belgore, issued a statement on Interior Minister, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola for the Federal Government.
He congratulated all Muslims on the successful completion of Ramadan while emphasizing the importance of the season. Aregbesola stated that Muslims should practice the virtues of kindness, love, tolerance, peace, self-denial, and sacrifice. Additionally, he emphasized the virtue of good neighbourliness, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
“The self-restraint, self-denial, sacrifice and deep spiritual consciousness that accompanied the fasting period should not end but be maintained and improved upon, in order to be a better person and true worshipper,” the minister advised all Muslims.
Aregbesola assured that the President was fully committed to a peaceful transition of government following successful elections. He assured of the government’s commitment to the provision of security for the life and property of every citizen and foreigner in the country.
The minister commended all security agencies for the successes recorded in the fight against criminals nationwide.
He urged Nigerians to be part of the nation’s security architecture. Particularly by being vigilant and reporting suspicious individuals and activities to law enforcement agencies nearby. He further noted that security is everybody’s responsibility. He admonished Nigerians also to report suspicious activities and persons to security agencies.
Aregbesola wished all Muslims a happy Eid el-Fitr celebration and prayed –
“that the peace, blessings and favour of Allah be with you all. Ameen”.
cc: Punch Ng
