The Federal Government has declared Monday 25th, Tuesday 26th December
2017 and Monday 1st January 2018 as Public Holidays to mark Christmas,
Boxing Day and New Year.
Minister of Interior, Lt. General (Rtd)
Abdulralman Dambazau who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal
Government, enjoined the Christian faithful and all Nigerians to use the
period in praying earnestly for the betterment and development of
Nigeria.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Abubakar Magaji, the minister
also called upon Nigerians to strengthen their resolve to maintain
peace and unity in Nigeria.
Dambazau further urged all Nigerians,
both at home and abroad, to support the administration of President
Muhammadu Buhari in its determination in improving the quality of life
of Nigerians.
He wished Nigerians a Happy Christmas and New Year celebrations.