Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Maulud-Nabiy, the annual celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Gatekeepers News reports that the announcement was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
The government extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Nigeria and the diaspora, urging them to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion.
“The Minister of Interior wishes Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration,” the statement read. “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 further encouraged Nigerians of all faiths to use the occasion to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country, while supporting government’s efforts to foster unity and development.
It also urged citizens to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and supportive of policies geared towards promoting national unity and sustainable growth.
