The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration.
April 3 is Good Friday, while April 6 is Easter Monday.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced this in a statement on Wednesday as he congratulated Christians in Nigeria and the diaspora on the occasion.
The minister told Nigerians to reflect on the virtues associated with the season, adding that , “I congratulate all Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter. I urge Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.”
Tunji-Ojo appealed to Nigerias to be united, stressing the importance of peaceful coexistence.
“Easter is a period that reminds us of the values of tolerance and community that keep us together as a nation. Nigerians should remain committed to these ideals for the progress of our country,” the minister said.
Tunji-Ojo said the Federal Government was committed to national development.
He said “the goal of the government remains taking decisions that would bring about national rebirth, economic growth, and shared prosperity for all Nigerians
