The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday in celebrate Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.
The announcement was contained in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Tuesday in Abuja.
The statement quoted the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, as extending greetings to Muslims in Nigeria and beyond while urging them to uphold the values exemplified by the Prophet.
He urged the Muslim Ummah to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance and compassion, stressing that these values are crucial to building a united and progressive nation.
Also, the minister called on Nigerians of all faiths to use the occasion to pray for the peace, security, and stability of the country while supporting government efforts toward national harmony and sustainable development.
“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,” the statement quoted Tunji-Ojo as saying.
He further urged citizens to remain law-abiding, security-conscious, and supportive of government policies aimed at enhancing the well-being of all Nigerians, while wishing Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration.
