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The Federal Government has declared Monday, September 16, 2024, a public holiday to commemorate Eid-ul-Mawlid, the celebration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
This announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the federal government in a statement issued by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.
In his message, Dr. Tunji-Ojo extended his congratulations to the Muslim Ummah both in Nigeria and abroad, urging them to use this occasion to pray for lasting peace and a prosperous, more equitable nation.
The minister also encouraged all Muslims and Nigerians to embrace the values of patience, sacrifice, and resilience during this period of reflection and celebration.
