The Federal Government has declared a public holiday to mark the Islamic festival of Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration of the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government on Friday.
In a statement on his behalf by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, Tunji-Ojo announced September 16, 2024 as a public holiday to mark the birth of the prophet.
He urged the Muslim Ummah and Nigerians in general to imbibe the spirit of patience, sacrifice, and resilience.
The statement said: “While congratulating the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid-ul-Mawlid, the Minister implored them to use the opportunity of the period to pray for enduring peace and a more prosperous egalitarian nation.”
