Kano govt declares Tuesday public holiday for Takutaha
The Kano State Government has declared Tuesday, September 1, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate the Takutaha celebration, marking the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The declaration was contained in a statement issued by the Office of the Head of Service and signed by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Rukayya Uba Sulaiman, on Wednesday. According […] Kano govt declares Tuesday…
The Kano State Government has announced a public holiday on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, to celebrate the Takutaha occasion, coinciding with the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). This decision was announced in a statement by the Office of the Head of Service, signed by Director of Public Enlightenment, Rukayya Uba Sulaiman.
The holiday, corresponding to the 19th day of Rabi’ul Awwal 1448AH, aims to encourage workers and residents to engage in the celebration and contemplate the life and teachings of the Prophet. Head of Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, called upon civil servants to utilize the day productively by embodying the Prophet's values such as honesty, patience, kindness, justice, peaceful coexistence, and service to humanity.
Maimota also advised workers to maintain professionalism and upholding integrity in their duties, aligning with the principles of the Kano State Civil Service. She expressed hope for a peaceful and successful Takutaha celebration and extended her best wishes for a joyous occasion to the people of Kano State.
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