Nigerian Govt Declares Tuesday Public Holiday for Eid ul Mawlid

The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate Eid ul Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Friday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani.

Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and around the world, urging citizens to reflect on the values of compassion, humility and service associated with the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad.

He said the occasion provided an opportunity for Nigerians to draw lessons that could promote peaceful coexistence and national development.

“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 noted that such values were particularly important at a time when the country needed greater unity and understanding.

He urged Nigerians to use the holiday to pray for peace, national cohesion and stability, stressing that the responsibility for maintaining unity rests on all citizens.

Tunji-Ojo also appealed to Nigerians to celebrate the occasion peacefully and with mutual respect, while wishing the Muslim community a joyous and peaceful Eid ul Mawlid.

He further reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to protecting lives and property and strengthening peace and security across the country.