MINISTRY OF INTERIOR
PRESS RELEASE
1ST APRIL, 2026
FG DECLARES FRIDAY 3RD AND MONDAY 6TH APRIL 2026 AS PUBLIC HOLIDAYS TO MARK EASTER CELEBRATION
The Federal Government has declared Friday 3rd and Monday 6th April, 2026 as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration.
The Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
He urged Nigerians to remain committed to the values of tolerance and community that keep us together as a nation.
He reiterated that the goal of the government remains taking decisions that would bring about national rebirth, economic growth, and shared prosperity.
He wished all Christians a peaceful and joyous Easter celebration.
E-Signed
Dr. Magdalene Ajani,
Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Interior
Live with Purpose, Love with Passion. Remember to be happy
One 
Rose Ajieh
