Yuletide: FG Declares Dec 26, 27 Public Holidays

The Federal Government has declared December 26 and 27, 2022 as public holidays to mark Christmas and Boxing Day.

It also declared Monday, January 2, 2023, as New Year celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, made the announcement in a statement on Friday by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Shuaib Belgore.

Aregbesola urged Christians and Nigerians to make the best use of this festive period to pray for the total eradication of insecurity bedevilling the country.

The minister enjoined Christians to emulate the doctrines of Christ in faith, hope, and love.

He said, “We must imbibe the life of Jesus Christ in His practice and teachings on humility, service, compassion, patience, peace and righteousness that His birth signifies. This will be the best way to portray Christ and celebrate his birth.”

“Peace and security are two critical conditions for economic development and prosperity. We urge Christians and Nigerians to make the best use of this festive period to pray for the total eradication of insecurity bedevilling our dear nation.”