The Federal Government has declared Friday April 10 and Monday April 13, 2020 as public holiday in Nigeria for Christians to celebrate this year’s Easter despite the lockdown order, Afriupdate reports.
This was announced by the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, who urged Christians in the country to emulate the characteristics of Jesus Christ which includes tolerance, love, peace and compassion.
Aregbesola also called on Christians to use the period to pray for Nigeria especially in this coronavirus outbreak that is currently ravaging the world.
The Minister used the opportunity to clamour for support for the Federal Government in its fight against COVID-19 by advising citizens to maintain the guidelines given which includes social distancing, hygiene, washing of hands etc.
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In conclusion, the Minister assured Nigerians that President Muhammadu Buhari will continue with it’s palliative measures to help cushion the effect of the virus in Nigeria.
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