This was disclosed
in a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Georgina Ehuriah,
on Tuesday.
The Minister of
Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, while making the declaration on behalf of the
federal government, congratulated Muslim faithful and all Nigerians – both at
home and abroad – on the occasion.
“He called on the
Muslims to continue to imbibe the spirit of love, peace, kindness and
sacrifice, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him) and
to also use the period to pray for peace, unity, prosperity and the stability
of the country especially as the world is witnessing global health challenges
caused by COVID-19 pandemic,” the statement said.
According to the statement,
Mr Aregbosola assured that the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari is
fully committed to battling the scourge with the cooperation of all Nigerians.
He “emphasized that government would continue to foster peaceful coexistence,
national cohesion and stability in its march towards actualizing the full
potentials of the country.”
He called on all
Nigerians to join hands with the administration of Mr Buhari, in its avowed
determination to build a peaceful, harmonious and prosperous country, where the
rights of citizens are protected and guaranteed, as enshrined in the
Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Mr Aregbesola
advised Nigerians to take responsibility against the spread of the COVID-19
virus and also to stay safe by observing physical and social distancing,
personal and respiratory hygiene, as well as other regulations issued by
relevant authorities.
He wished all
Muslims a happy Eid- el- Kabir Celebration.
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