The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21 as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.

This was made known in a statement by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.

The minister stressed the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, having to die for the redemption of man.

He urged Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation, adding that President Bola Tinubu was committed to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to strengthen national growth and development.

The minister wished all Christians a blissful Easter celebration and extended warm holiday greetings to all Nigerians.