Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after an extended Lagos holiday, marked by Eid-el-Kabir, political consultations, and commissioning naval vessels.

Communities in Kwara State have abandoned traditional Eid grounds for Eid-el-Kabir celebrations due to fears of bandit attacks, following a resolution by the League of Imams to introduce preventative measures.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Sokoto has deployed over 1,500 personnel for a special Eid-el-Kabir patrol, aiming to ensure safer roads and reduce traffic crashes during the festive season.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has decided to use direct primaries for its state assembly elections. The party insists that the primaries will proceed on May 29, despite the Eid-el-Kabir holidays.

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu engaged in several public activities, including an Eid-el-Kabir visit with her husband in Lagos and a one-day working tour to Ekiti. She also delivered a message to children on the importance of their choices for their future.

Nigerian leaders, including President Tinubu and Senate President Akpabio, urged citizens to embrace unity, sacrifice, and charity during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The federal government also approved a 50% discount on train fares for the holiday to ease travel for Muslims.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State, to participate in the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

The Kwara State Police Command in Nigeria announced a massive deployment of personnel and rolled out emergency numbers to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

President Bola Tinubu addressed Nigerians on Eid-el-Kabir, stating that economic reforms are yielding results and promising improved security, signaling an end to difficult times.

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has approved a N20,000 Eid-el-Kabir goodwill package for civil servants to support them during the festive period.

As Muslims in Nigeria prepare for Eid-el-Kabir, soaring prices for rams, peppers, and transportation are forcing many families to scale down their festivities and seek more affordable alternatives.

Ram sellers in Kano, Nigeria, are reporting low patronage despite high supply, with prices for rams reaching up to N700,000 less than a week before the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Butchers in Jigawa anticipate a significant increase in slaughter and meat processing fees for Eid-el-Kabir, citing rising transportation costs and inflation.

The Sultan of Sokoto has declared May 18, 2026, as the first day of Zulhijja 1447AH, signifying the beginning of the month for Hajj and Eid-el-Kabir.

Oyo State authorities have issued a warning against the sale of cows and rams on major roads for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebration, enforcing the 2019 Anti-Open Grazing Law.

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has raised alarm over the worsening insecurity across the country, warning that Nigeria is “bleeding” even as Muslims mark the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The post…

Residents of Zamfara State, Nigeria, have praised President Tinubu and Minister Matawalle for enhanced security during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, attributing the peace to renewed military operations.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu commended frontline troops of the Nigerian Army for their sacrifices and commitment to national security, describing their dedication as the backbone of the nation’s safety and security on Eid-el-Kabir.

Dr. Ajibola Basiru, National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), stated that President Bola Tinubu is working tirelessly to fulfill his covenant with Nigerians, aligning with the teachings of Eid-el-Kabir.

The Nigerian equities market experienced a significant N889 billion loss due to a pre-holiday sell-off in anticipation of the Eid-el-Kabir break.

Governor Fubara of Rivers State felicitated Muslims on Eid-el-Kabir, urging them to reflect on compassion, sacrifice, and unity for the betterment of Rivers State and Nigeria.

A list of 10 popular foods enjoyed by Nigerians during the Eid-El-Kabir festivities, with a focus on dishes made from ram meat, which is central to the holiday.

Police in Abuja, Nigeria, have deployed bomb disposal teams and intensified security operations across worship centers and other areas to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Osun, Nigeria, has deployed 555 personnel for a special Eid-el-Kabir patrol to ensure road safety and manage traffic flow during the holiday.

Muslims in Oyo, Nigeria, are expressing frustration over the exorbitant prices of rams for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir 2026, attributing the increase to high transport costs and weak purchasing power.

The Bauchi State Government has lifted the suspension on commercial activities in select cattle markets for two weeks, ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir festival.

Borno Central Senator Kaka Lawan disbursed N135.6 million to APC executives in his constituency for the Eid-el-Kabir (Sallah) celebration.

The Chief Imam of Ijebu has publicly urged Governor Abiodun to expedite the appointment of a new Awujale, specifically requesting the selection be made before the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir festival. He expressed concern over the prolonged delay in filling the traditional leadership position.

Lagos First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, urged residents to embrace stronger family values and religious harmony, drawing lessons from the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Over 1,000 residents in Lagos' Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA have received subsidized Sallah rams for N80,000, aimed at easing the economic burden for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Governor Otti of Nigeria issued a message on Wednesday, felicitating Muslims on Eid-el-Kabir and describing the celebration as a period of sacrifice and sober reflection.

The Niger State Police Command arrested 27 suspected hoodlums from various states during Eid-el-Kabir raids, recovering weapons and illicit substances in the process.

The Kano State Government has donated 15 cows and various food items to correctional centre inmates for Eid-el-Kabir, aiming to promote welfare and rehabilitation.

Residents in Kaduna and Dutse, Nigeria, are expressing distress over the exorbitant prices of rams, with some selling for as much as N1 million, ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The high costs are causing significant financial strain for many.

Traders and consumers in Lagos are expressing concern over unusually low sales and high food prices as the Eid-el-Kabir festival approaches, impacting patronage this year.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed over 56,000 personnel nationwide to ensure robust security during the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, protecting lives, property, and critical infrastructure.

Nigerian security agencies, including the NSCDC and FRSC, have deployed thousands of operatives and vehicles across several states to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The military has also pledged to secure the North East region during the festivities.

Emir Aminu Bayero has formally informed security agencies about his plans to conduct the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir Kano Durbar festivities from Nasarawa Palace.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State has deployed 1,542 personnel to ensure adequate security during the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

The Kano State Ministry of Education has declared a Sallah break for all primary and secondary schools in the state in observance of the Eid-el-Kabir holiday.

Ahead of the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the prices of rams have significantly increased in markets across Kaduna. This surge is attributed to high demand for the sacrificial animals.

Nigeria's First Lady Remi Tinubu has launched the distribution of rice and N1.2 billion in palliatives to vulnerable households across 19 northern states for Eid-el-Kabir.