The Federal Government has declared Monday, Dec 12, as
public holiday to mark the Eid-El-Maulud celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Retired Lt.- Gen. Abdulrahman
Dambazau, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government on Thursday
in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the acting Permanent Secretary of
the Ministry, Alhaji Muhammadu Maccido, Dambazau enjoined all Muslim faithful
and Nigerians in general to join hands with President Muhammadu Buhari to build
a strong, united and peaceful Nation.
He also urged all Nigerians to use the occasion to pray for
peace across the nation.
The minister also called on all Nigerians to be patient and
supportive of the present administration for the successful implementation of
its laudable programmes.
He wished all Nigerians a happy and peaceful Eid-El-Maulud
celebration.
NAN
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