Eid -ul-Maulud: Nigeria Declares Friday As Public Holiday

By Barth Ikiebe

The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Maulud, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced this in a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani.

Tunji-Ojo urged Muslim faithful to reflect on the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion, stressing that these values remain vital to building a united, prosperous, and progressive nation.

He also called on Nigerians of all faiths to use the occasion to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country, while supporting government efforts at fostering national harmony and sustainable development.

“The celebration of Eid-ul-Maulud 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,” Tunji-Ojo noted.

He further urged citizens to remain law-abiding, security-conscious, and supportive of policies aimed at ensuring the collective well-being of all Nigerians.

Tunji-Ojo wished all Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Maulud celebration.