By Charles Maduka
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has declared Friday a public holiday to mark the beginning of the new Islamic calendar year, Hijrah 1447 AH.
The announcement was contained in a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Regional Integration and Special Duties, Mudasiru Oyedeji, on Thursday in Osogbo.
Governor Adeleke urged Muslims and residents across the state to use the occasion to pray for peace, progress, and unity, noting that the period calls for reflection and renewed commitment to the development of the state.
As part of the celebrations, the governor is expected to receive a customary salute on Saturday during a special march past at Fakunle Comprehensive High School in Osogbo.
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