Federal Government has declared Tuesday, June 4 and Wednesday, June 5, as public holidays to mark Eid-Fitri celebration by Muslims.

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Mrs Georgina Ehuriah, made the declaration on behalf of Federal Government in a statement signed by Mr Mohammed Manga, Director Press & Public Relations, of the ministry, on Friday in Abuja.

Ehuriah congratulated Muslim faithful on the 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.

She admonished Nigerians to shun hate speeches and divisive tendencies and join hands with administration of President Muhammadu Buhari to build a peaceful, strong and united Nigeria so as to achieve the next level of socio-economic development.

Ehuriah reaffirmed determination of Federal Government to protect lives and property of Nigerians.

She said that security agencies under the Ministry have been directed to provide adequate security before, during and after the Eid-Fitri celebration.

The Permanent Secretary restated the government’s desire for all Nigerians to be inspired by virtues gained during the Holy Month of Ramadan to live a life of sacrifice, charity and love for one another.

She wished all Nigerians a happy, peaceful and rewarding Eid-Fitri celebration.

NAN