“EID-UL-MAULUD CELEBRATION: FG DECLARES SEPTEMBER 5 AS PUBLIC HOLIDAY”
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–THE Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday to commemorate Eid-ul-Maulud, marking the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. This announcement was made in a statement issued by Dr. Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, on behalf of Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
Key Highlights of the Declaration:
– Public Holiday: September 5, 2025, will be observed as a public holiday nationwide.
– Eid-ul-Maulud Celebration: The holiday commemorates the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, a significant occasion for Muslims worldwide.
– Minister’s Message: Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to reflect on the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion, emphasizing their importance in building a united and progressive nation .
Significance of Eid-ul-Maulud:
– Promoting Unity: The celebration offers an opportunity to strengthen bonds of brotherhood, promote peaceful coexistence, and imbibe the Prophet’s teachings.
– Reflection and Prayer: Muslims are encouraged to reflect on the Prophet’s virtues and use the occasion to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country .
Government’s Stance:
– Support for National Harmony: The government urges citizens to support policies aimed at fostering national unity and collective well-being.
– Law and Order: Nigerians are advised to remain law-abiding and security-conscious during the celebration
According to the statement, the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the government, congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the globe on the occasion.
He urged the Muslim faithful to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance and compassion, describing them as vital for building a united and progressive nation.
Tunji-Ojo also called on Nigerians of all religious backgrounds to use the celebration to pray for peace, security and stability in the country, while supporting ongoing efforts to foster national harmony and sustainable development.
“The celebration of Eid-ul-Maulud 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 reads.
He further appealed to citizens to remain law-abiding, security-conscious and supportive of government policies, while wishing Muslims a joyous and peaceful celebration.
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