The Interior Ministry has announced that Monday, September 12 will be a statutory holiday to mark 2016’s Eidul-Adha celebrations.
A statement signed by the Interior Minister, Prosper Bani, noted that September 12 should be observed as a holiday by the whole country.
The office of the National Chief Imam has confirmed that Monday, September 12 would be the day for the Eidul Adha.
The Eidul-Adha festival is also known as the feast of sacrifice is celebrated annually by Muslims to mark Prophet Abraham’s intended sacrifice of his son in fulfillment of a command from God.
The festival coincides with the Hajj activities currently ongoing in Saudi Arabia.
Eid prayers on Monday will be expected to be led by the National Chief Imam Sheik Usman Nuhu Sharubutu.
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By: Delali Adogla-Bessa/citifmonline.com