The Federal Government of Nigeria
has declared Monday as Public Holiday to mark the 2019 Eid-ul-Mawlud in
commemoration of the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
Mr Mohammed Manga, Director Press
and Public Relations of the Ministry of Interior, announced this in a statement
on Thursday in Abuja.
He said the Minister of Interior,
Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, congratulated the Muslim faithful on the occasion and
enjoined them to live within the virtues and teachings of the Prophet.
According to him, imbibing the
Prophet’s virtues of love, courage and perseverance would guarantee peace and
security in the country.
Aregbesola expressed confidence
that the challenges confronting Nigeria at the moment would soon be over. He
urged all Nigerians to remain focused and determined.
He gave the assurance that with
the immense potentials the country is endowed with; coupled with its human and
natural resources, Nigeria will sooner than later join the league of developed
nations.
“With love, commitment,
self-sacrifice, patience and patriotism, we will certainly, build a greater
Nigeria,” Aregbesola said.
The Minister restated the
Government’s desire to ensure a peaceful and secure environment for all
Nigerians.
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