The Federal Government has officially designated Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as a public holiday in observance of Eid ul Mawlid, the annual celebration marking the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
The announcement came through a statement issued on Friday by the Ministry of Interior, signed by Permanent Secretary Dr Magdalene Ajani on behalf of Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
In his message, Tunji-Ojo extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful both at home and abroad, while seizing the moment to remind all Nigerians—regardless of faith—of the enduring virtues exemplified by the Prophet.
He specifically highlighted compassion, humility, and dedication to serving others as timeless qualities that the nation urgently needs to heal and progress.
“These are not values for Muslims alone. They are universal principles that can guide every Nigerian toward a more peaceful and united society,” the minister remarked.
Tunji-Ojo further appealed to citizens to dedicate the holiday to prayers for national stability and harmony, stressing that peacebuilding is a shared duty that cannot be left to government alone.
He also advised celebrants to mark the occasion modestly and with deep respect for one another, avoiding any actions that could disrupt public order or offend religious sensibilities.
Reassuring the public, the minister reiterated the administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property, and to sustaining the fragile peace across the nation’s six geo-political zones.
The Eid ul Mawlid holiday, which falls on the 12th day of Rabi’ al-Awwal in the Islamic calendar, is traditionally observed with prayers, sermons, charitable giving, and family gatherings.
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