The Federal Government (FG) 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.
The declaration was announced by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Friday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani.
The minister congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion and urged Nigerians to reflect on the values associated with the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
According to Tunji-Ojo, compassion, humility and service to others were important values that Nigerians should embrace, particularly at a time when the country needs greater unity and understanding.
“Every Eid ul Mawlid gives us reason to pause and draw lessons from a life defined by compassion, humility and service to others.
“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,” he said.
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Tunji-Ojo also urged Nigerians to use the occasion to pray for peace, national cohesion and the continued progress of the country.
He stressed that maintaining peace and unity was a collective responsibility and called on citizens to contribute to a more peaceful and harmonious society.
The minister further appealed to Nigerians to celebrate the religious occasion with restraint and mutual respect.
He wished the Muslim community a joyous and peaceful Eid ul Mawlid, while encouraging citizens to use the holiday as an opportunity to promote tolerance, compassion and peaceful coexistence.
Tunji-Ojo also reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to protecting lives and property and sustaining peace across the country.
The public holiday will give workers and residents across Nigeria an opportunity to observe the religious celebration and reflect on its significance.
