Agency reporter
The Federal Government has declared Friday, February 26, as a public holiday to mark the Muslim festival, Id-el Maulud.
The Minister of State for Interior, Chief Ademola Seriki, announced the holiday in a statement in Abuja on Monday, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.
He wished all Nigerians at home and abroad a blissful and joyous celebration.
The minister urged the citizens to use the occasion to reflect on the true teachings of Prophet Mohammed, which emphasised the virtues of humility, sobriety and selfless service to humanity.
Seriki urged Nigerians to pray fervently for peace and progress of the country.
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