The Federal Government has declared Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, 2025, as public holidays to celebrate Christmas and Boxing Day.
It has also declared Thursday, January 1, 2026, as a public holiday to mark the New Year.
This was announced in a statement released on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
According to the statement, the minister encouraged Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, humility, and sacrifice that come with the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
He also urged citizens, irrespective of their religion or ethnic background, to use the festive period to pray for peace, better security, and national development.
The minister further advised Nigerians to remain law-abiding and security-conscious during the celebrations and wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
