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Easter Celebration: FG Announces Public Holiday

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The Federal Government has declared 18 and 21 April 2025 as public holidays for Good Friday and Easter Monday. This update explains the message from the Ministry of Interior, and how the public is expected to observe it. Read to know what is required during the holiday.

Observe Easter 2025 as FG Declares 18 and 21 April Public Holidays

The Federal Government has announced public holidays for the 2025 Easter celebration.

Friday, 18 April 2025 and Monday, 21 April 2025 have been marked as official holidays.

These dates cover Good Friday and Easter Monday.

The announcement came through the Ministry of Interior.

The notice was issued on behalf of the Federal Government.

The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the statement public.

He congratulated Christians in Nigeria on this Easter celebration.

He urged the public to reflect on the meaning of Easter.

He stated that the season reminds people of sacrifice and love.

He said Jesus Christ gave his life for mankind.

He also called on Nigerians to pray for the peace of the country.

He urged all citizens to ask for unity and stability across all regions.

The Minister assured the public of the current administration’s national direction.

He pointed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

He stated that the plan aims to drive national growth.

He asked people to show kindness to neighbours.

He asked for simple acts of help and sharing.

He sent Easter greetings to Christians across the country.

He extended the holiday wishes to every citizen.

These two dates will now be observed nationwide.

No work or official duty will take place on these days.