The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, as a public holiday. This is to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, which is the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
The statement was issued on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary, 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 the government’s efforts to strengthen national unity and foster development.
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“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 appealed to citizens to remain law-abiding and security-conscious while supporting its policies aimed at promoting national unity and sustainable development.
Eid-ul-Mawlid, observed in the third month of the Islamic calendar (Rabi’ al-Awwal), commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad. It is marked with prayers, lectures, processions, and acts of charity.
In Nigeria, the day is recognised as a national public holiday, reflecting the country’s large Muslim population and long-standing tradition of observing major Islamic festivals.
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.
Dangote Industries Limited (DIL) has denied ownership of the truck involved in an accident in Enugu. The group stated it belongs to Visco Investment Global Limited, a third-party operator.
Online reports had claimed that a truck belonging to Dangote Group on Wednesday collided with vehicles and killed several persons in the state.
In a statement on Wednesday, the DIL denied owning the ill-fated truck.
“We are actively engaging with the appropriate agencies to determine why the truck in question was bearing our logo, despite not being part of our fleet,” the statement reads.
