BREAKING: Nigerian govt declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government, in a statement issued on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene […] BREAKING: Nigerian govt declares…
The Nigerian government has announced that Tuesday, August 25, 2026, will be a public holiday to observe this year's Eid ul Mawlid, the celebration marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced the decision in a statement issued by Permanent Secretary Magdalene Ajani.
Tunji-Ojo expressed congratulations to Muslims both in Nigeria and globally, urging citizens to reflect on the virtues of compassion, humility, and service exemplified by Prophet Muhammad's life. He emphasized that these qualities are crucial for Nigeria's future and encouraged all Nigerians, regardless of faith, to contemplate these values.
The minister called for restraint and mutual respect during the celebrations, and wished the Muslim community a peaceful and joyous Eid. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to maintaining peace and security across the country.
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