BREAKING: FG Declares Two-Day Public Holiday

• The Federal Government has announced two-day public holiday.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays in celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

The decision aligns with the expected Eid celebrations around March 20, although the exact date is traditionally determined by the sighting of the moon.

VerseNews reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, approved the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extending congratulations to Muslim faithful for successfully completing the Ramadan fast.

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He urged Muslims to sustain the values of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice practiced during the holy month, while also calling on all Nigerians to pray for national unity, peace, and prosperity.

VerseNews reports that citizens were further encouraged to celebrate responsibly and show kindness to the less privileged during the festive period.

Eid-el-Fitr is one of the most significant Islamic celebrations and is observed as a public holiday across Nigeria, with businesses and government offices typically closed.