The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
The announcement was made on Wednesday in a statement released by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
The government congratulated Muslims across the country and in the diaspora on the occasion, urging them to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance, and compassion.
The statement also encouraged Nigerians of all faiths to use the celebration to pray for peace, security, and stability in the country, while supporting government’s efforts to strengthen national unity and foster development.
“The Minister of Interior wishes Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration.
“The celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid 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,” the statement added.
The government highlighted that the holiday offers an opportunity to strengthen communal bonds, encourage peaceful coexistence, and uphold the Prophet’s teachings of mutual respect and selfless service to humanity.
Citizens were further urged to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and supportive of policies aimed at fostering unity and sustainable progress.
Eid-ul-Mawlid is observed in Rabi’ al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar, and is marked with prayers, sermons, processions, and charitable acts.
In Nigeria, it is officially recognized as a public holiday in acknowledgment of the country’s significant Muslim population and its tradition of celebrating major Islamic events.
The holiday is often used by religious leaders and government officials to call for peace and unity, particularly at a time when Nigeria continues to grapple with security and economic challenges.
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