The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
Eid-ul-Mawlid, observed in the third month of the Islamic calendar (Rabi’ al-Awwal), commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad. It is marked with prayers, lectures, processions, and acts of charity.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, made this disclosure through a statement issued on Wednesday on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
Ajani in the statement said the government congratulated Muslims across the country and in the diaspora on the occasion, urging them to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion.
The statement also encouraged Nigerians of all faiths to use the celebration to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country, while supporting government’s efforts to strengthen national unity and foster development.
UI “The Minister of Interior wishes Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebrations. 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 added.
Tunji-Ojo appealed to citizens to remain law-abiding and security conscious while supporting government policies aimed at promoting national unity and sustainable development.
In Nigeria, Eid-ul-Mawlid, is recognised as a national public holiday, reflecting the country’s large Muslim population and long-standing tradition of observing major Islamic festivals.
The holiday is often used by religious leaders and government officials to call for peace and unity, particularly at a time when Nigeria continues to grapple with security and economic challenges.
