The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the declaration on behalf of the government in a statement issued Wednesday in Abuja by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria and across the world, urging citizens to reflect on the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion, while supporting government efforts to strengthen national unity and drive development.
“The Minister of Interior wishes Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration,” the statement read.
Eid-ul-Mawlid, observed in the third month of the Islamic calendar (Rabi’ al-Awwal), is traditionally marked with prayers, lectures, processions, and acts of charity. In Nigeria, the day is recognised as a national public holiday, reflecting the country’s large Muslim population and its long-standing tradition of honouring major Islamic festivals.
Religious leaders and government officials often use the occasion to call for peace, unity, and resilience, particularly as Nigeria continues to grapple with security and economic challenges.
