The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government.
In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Friday, the minister extended greetings to Muslims across Nigeria and in the diaspora.
Tunji-Ojo urged Nigerians to use the occasion to reflect on the values associated with the life and teachings of the Prophet.
“Every Eid ul Mawlid gives us reason to pause and draw lessons from a life defined by compassion, humility and service to others,” the minister said.
