ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Federal Government has officially declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
The announcement was made on behalf of the Federal Government by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in an official statement issued in Abuja by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.
Key Highlights from the Minister’s Message
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Call for Moral Reflection: Congratulating Muslim faithful across Nigeria and the diaspora, the Minister urged citizens to emulate the core virtues of the Holy Prophet—notably compassion, humility, patience, and selfless service to humanity.
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National Cohesion & Peace: Tunji-Ojo emphasized that building national unity is a collective responsibility, encouraging all Nigerians—regardless of faith—to use the holiday period to offer prayers for sustainable peace, stability, and mutual understanding across the country.
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Responsible Celebration: The Ministry appealed to citizens observing the holiday to celebrate with restraint, peaceful conduct, and mutual respect.
“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.”
— Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior
