The federal government has declared Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday, respectively.
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, announced the public holidays in a statement issued on Wednesday by Aishetu Ndayako, permanent secretary of the ministry.
The minister urged Nigerians to emulate the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ in dying for the redemption of man.
“Easter, beyond religious significance, promotes values of love, forgiveness, and compassion, which are essential for social cohesion and harmony,” the statement reads.
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