The government urged Muslims and Nigerians generally to use the festive period to pray for peace, unity and stability in the country.
The Nigerian government has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The announcement comes amid heightened security concerns in parts of Northern Nigeria, particularly the North-East, where the military has warned of possible attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists during the Sallah festivities.
The government urged Muslims and Nigerians generally to use the festive period to pray for peace, unity and stability in the country.
The two-day holiday will allow Muslims across Nigeria to observe the annual Islamic festival, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, which commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience and willingness to sacrifice his son in submission to God’s command.
