FG declares public holidays for Christmas, New Year celebrations

The federal government has announced December 25 and 26, as well as January 1, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations.

The announcement was made on Monday by the minister of interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued by Magdalene Ajani, the permanent secretary of the ministry.

According to the minister, the festive season offers an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, humility and sacrifice symbolised by the birth of Jesus Christ.

Tunji-Ojo also called on citizens, regardless of religious or ethnic background, to use the holiday period to pray for peace, improved security and national development.

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He further urged Nigerians to remain law-abiding and security-conscious throughout the celebrations, while extending his goodwill messages for a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.