Eid-ul-Maulud: FG declares Friday public holiday

The federal government, through the Ministry of Interior has declared September 5, 2025 as a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Eid-ul-Maulud celebration.

Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, announced the holiday on Wednesday in a statement signed by Magdalene Ajani, permanent secretary of the ministry.

The Eid-ul-Maulud celebration is in commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Tunji-Ojo, while congratulating Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion, urged them to reflect on the prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance and compassion, adding that such values are critical to building a united and prosperous nation.

The minister also enjoined citizens, irrespective of faith, to use the celebration to pray for peace, security and stability in the country, while asking them to remain law-abiding and security conscious.

“The celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid offers us yet another opportunity to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, promote peaceful coexistence, and imbibe the Prophet’s teachings of mutual respect and selfless service to humanity,” he said.

Tunji-Ojo, while wishing Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Maulud celebration, seeks support for government policies aimed at improving national unity and collective well-being

Source: TheCable