FG declares Tuesday as public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid

The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, 25th August 2026, as a public holiday to mark this years Eid ul Mawlid, celebrated in remembrance of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. In a statement issued on Friday, August 21, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, quoted the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, as extending warm felicitations to Muslims in Nigeria and across the diaspora.  Every Eid ul Mawlid gives us reason to pause and draw lessons from a life defined by compassion, humility and service to others. These are qualities our nation needs now more than ever, and I encourage every Nigerian, not just our Muslim brothers and sisters, to reflect on them.he said Ajani quoted the Minister as saying the period should also serve as a time for collective prayer for the peace and cohesion of the country, noting that national unity remains a shared responsibility. Tunji-Ojo further charged citizens to observe the celebration with restraint and mutual respect, wishing the Muslim community a joyous and peaceful Eid. He restated the resolve of the present administration to safeguard lives and property across the country and to ensure that peace is maintained at all times. The post FG declares Tuesday as public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.