FG declares Monday Sept. 16th a public Holiday to celebrate Eid-ul-Mawlid

FG declares Monday Sept. 16th a public Holiday to celebrate Eid-ul-Mawlid

The Federal Government has declared Monday, September 16, 2024, as a public holiday to mark the celebration of the Eid-ul-Mawlid. This is to commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

This announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo on behalf of the federal government in a statement by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani

While congratulating the Muslim Ummah on the occasion, he implored them to use the opportunity of the period to pray for enduring peace and a more prosperous egalitarian nation. The minister urged the Muslims and all Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of patience, sacrifice, and resilience.


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