Federal Government declares Monday Public Holiday to celebrate Eif-Mawlid, Mohammed ‘s birthday

The Federal Government has announced Monday, September 16, 2024, as a public holiday to celebrate Eid-ul-Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

In a statement, Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo extended congratulations to the Muslim community both in Nigeria and abroad.

Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, conveyed Dr. Tunji-Ojo’s message urging all Nigerians to embrace the values of patience, sacrifice, and resilience during this festive period.

“While congratulating the Muslim Ummah on the occasion, the Minister implored them to use the opportunity of the period to pray for enduring peace and a more prosperous egalitarian nation”, the statement added.