Connect with us

NEWS

Eid-El-Fitr: FG Asks Nigerians For More Support, Declares Public Holidays

Published

on





President Muhammadu Buhari

The Federal Government has called on Nigerians to give the President Muhammadu Buhari administration more support, announcing June 15 and 18 as public holiday to celebrate the 2018 Eid-El-Fitr.

This was contained in a statement on Monday on behalf of the government by the Minister of Interior, General Abdulrahman Dambazau (Retd) in Abuja.

The statement which was issued by Dr. M. Umar, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, however congratulated the Muslim faithful on a successful completion of the Ramadan fast and enjoined all Nigerians to use the occasion of the celebration to pray for the peace, unity, prosperity and stability of the nation.

Dambazau said it is government’s desire that all Nigerians be inspired by the virtues gained during the Holy Month of Ramadan to live a life of sacrifice, charity and love for one another.

Advertisement

He encouraged all Nigerians to join hands with the government of President Muhammadu Buhari in taking the nation to greater heights.

The Minister wishes all Nigerians a happy, peaceful and rewarding Eid-El-Fitr celebration.

Advertisement
FEATURED11 hours ago

Ogboru on a New Mission in Delta, Indicates Interest to Join New Coalition Party, ADC

COMMUNITY REPORT19 hours ago

Agency to Eliminate Malaria on the Offing as Sen. Nwoko Makes Compelling Case for Bill at Public Hearing

NEWS21 hours ago

Coalition Protests Against Otuaro-led Amnesty Office, Petitions EFCC Over Alleged ‘Widespread Corruption’

OPINION21 hours ago

MORE REASONS WHY WE NEED ANIOMA STATE, BY OGBUESHI GODFREY ODOGWU

FEATURED22 hours ago

Okpebholo Warns Peter Obi to Stay Away from Edo Without Security Clearance to Visit

FEATURED1 day ago

Aso Rock’s Bombshell: Gambari Reveals How Buhari’s Cabal Exploited His Weak Moments and Their Secret Tactics

COMMUNITY REPORT1 day ago

Family Announces Funeral Arrangements for Oromoni’s Wife

SunTrust Bank
FEATURED2 days ago

‘How SunTrust Bank Executives Allegedly Colluded With Aisha Achimugu to Facilitate $12 Million Fraud in ‘Oil Block Acquisition Deal’

FEATURED2 days ago

CDS Urges Community Ownership of National Assets, Commends PINL on Zero Infractions

COMMUNITY REPORT2 days ago

One Year in Office: Isoko North Chairman Vows to Deliver Lasting Devt, Thanks Gov Oborevwori

METRO2 days ago

Ned Nwoko Meets PSC’s Echelon, Highlights Need for Inclusive Policing and Institutional Reforms

FEATURED2 days ago

Court Convicts Man for Failing to Declare $420,900 and Over N653 Million in Cash

FEATURED2 days ago

Yahaya Bello Loses Bid for Overseas Medical Trip in Alleged N110.4bn Fraud Case

FEATURED2 days ago

Nigerian Court Jails 15 Chinese for Cyberterrorism, Internet Fraud in Lagos

FEATURED2 days ago

Ned Nwoko, Senate Leadership Pay Condolence Visit to Buhari’s Family in Daura

Advertisement
Advertisement