The Federal Government has declared Thursday, December 25, 2025; Friday, December 26, 2025; and Thursday, January 1, 2026 as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations.
In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani today Monday,the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extended warm Christmas and New Year greetings to Christians in Nigeria and across the world, as well as to all Nigerians ushering in the new year.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged Christians to reflect on the virtues of love, peace, humility and sacrifice as exemplified by the birth of Jesus Christ, noting that these values are essential to fostering unity, tolerance and harmony across the country.
The Minister further called on Nigerians, irrespective of religious or ethnic affiliation, to use the festive season to pray for peace, security and the continued progress of the nation, while supporting the Federal Government’s efforts at strengthening national cohesion and development.
He added that the Christmas and New Year celebrations present an opportunity for citizens to deepen bonds of unity, show compassion to one another and renew their collective commitment to nation-building.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo also enjoined Nigerians to remain law-abiding, security-conscious and moderate in their celebrations, while cooperating with security agencies to ensure a peaceful and safe festive period.
