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By John Ogunsemore
The Federal Government has declared December 25, December 26 and January 1 as public holidays to mark Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations respectively.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this in a Monday statement signed by Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajayi.
The minister urged Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, humility and sacrifice symbolised by the birth of Jesus Christ.
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“The Christmas season and the New Year present an opportunity for Nigerians to strengthen the bonds of unity, show compassion to one another, and renew our collective commitment to nation-building,” the minister stated.
He also called on citizens, regardless of faith or ethnicity, to use the festive period to pray for peace, improved security and national development.
Tunji-Ojo further advised Nigerians to remain law-abiding and security-conscious during the celebrations, while wishing them a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
