The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Mawlid, the commemoration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.
In the statement, the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and beyond, describing the Prophet’s life and teachings as exemplary and worthy of emulation.
He urged the Muslim Ummah to embrace the virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion, stressing that these values remain crucial in building a united and progressive nation.
The minister further appealed to Nigerians of all faiths to use the occasion to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country while supporting government efforts toward national unity 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 read.
Tunji-Ojo also advised citizens to remain law-abiding, security-conscious, and supportive of government policies aimed at improving the well-being of all Nigerians, while wishing Muslims a joyous and peaceful celebration.
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