The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on Friday on behalf of the Federal Government, while extending warm greetings to Muslims in Nigeria and across the diaspora.
In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the minister urged Nigerians to use the occasion to reflect on the values associated with the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
“Every Eid ul Mawlid gives us reason to pause and draw lessons from a life defined by compassion, humility and service to others,” Tunji-Ojo said.
“These are qualities our nation needs now more than ever, and I encourage every Nigerian, not just our Muslim brothers and sisters, to reflect on them.”
The minister also called on Nigerians to use the celebration as an opportunity to pray for peace, unity and stability across the country.
He said national cohesion remained a collective responsibility and urged citizens to promote peaceful coexistence regardless of religious or other differences.
Tunji-Ojo further called on Muslims and other Nigerians to celebrate with restraint, mutual respect and a commitment to peaceful coexistence.
He wished the Muslim community a joyous and peaceful Eid ul Mawlid.
The minister also reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring that peace is sustained across the country.
The holiday is expected to allow Muslims across Nigeria to mark Eid ul Mawlid, which commemorates the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
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