Nigeria Declares Friday Public Holiday To Mark Eid-Ul-Mawlid

Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo says celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid offers an opportunity to strengthen brotherhood and promote peace in Nigeria. 

The Federal Government has declared Friday, 5th September 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate the celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).

The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government, in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. The minister extended warm felicitations to Muslims Umah in Nigeria and across the world on this occasion.

Speaking on the significance of the celebration, Tunji-Ojo said:”The celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid 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.”

He enjoined the Muslim faithful to reflect on the virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), stressing that these values remain essential in building a united, prosperous, and progressive nation.

The minister further called on all Nigerians, regardless of their religious beliefs, to use the occasion to pray for the peace, security, and stability of the country, while supporting the Federal Government’s efforts in fostering national harmony and sustainable development.

He also urged citizens to remain law-abiding, security-conscious, and supportive of government policies aimed at ensuring the collective well-being of all Nigerians, while wishing all Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration.