June 15, 2026

Governor Adeleke

By Shina Abubakar

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the declaration of Wednesday, June 17, as a public holiday to mark the commencement of 1448 Hijrah.

In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Rasheed Aderibigbe, on Monday, said the decision will allow Muslims to join in marking the beginning of the new Islamic year.