FG Declares Sept 5 Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid
The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. Dr. Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings to the Muslim community in Nigeria and across the world, urging the faithful to reflect on the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion. He said: “I felicitate with the Muslim Ummah on this significant occasion. These values remain essential in building a united, prosperous, and progressive nation.” The minister also encouraged Nigerians of all faiths to use the celebration as an opportunity to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country. He further appealed to citizens to support the government’s efforts […]