The federal government has declared December 25, 26, 2025 and January 1, 2026, as public holidays.
Magdalene Ajani, permanent secretary of the ministry of interior, made this known in a statement on behalf of Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, on Monday.
The public holidays are to mark Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day celebrations, respectively.
The minister urged Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, humility and sacrifice associated with the birth of Jesus Christ.
Tunji-Ojo called on citizens, irrespective of faith or ethnicity, to use the festive season to pray for peace, improved security and national progress.
He further advised Nigerians to remain law-abiding and security-conscious during the celebrations.
“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.
“I wish all Nigerians a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year,” Tunji-Ojo added.