Breaking: Jubilation as Nigerian Gov Declares Work-Free Day
- Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano has announced another public holiday for the celebration of Prophet Muhammad (SAW)'s birthday
- The announcement came one week after the federal government declared a public holiday in honour of the Islamic leader
- Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the Kano state commissioner for information and internal affairs, announced the development in a statement
The Kano State Governor has announced Friday, September 12, as a work-free day in honour and celebration of the year Maulud Nabiyy, meant to commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
This was disclosed in a statement signed by Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the state commissioner for information and internal affairs, where the government urged the people to remain peaceful in their celebration and in line with the teachings of the Prophet.
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Last week, the federal government declared Friday, September 5, as a public holiday in Nigeria in honour of the celebration of the Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birthday of the Holy Prophet Mohammed (SAW).
The Ministry of Interior announced this in a statement signed by its permanent secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani, in Abuja on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. The statement was signed on behalf of the minister of interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and by extension, the federal government.
What is the Islamic holiday Eid-ul-Maulud?
Eid-ul-Maulud is an Islamic holiday celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, observed yearly on the 12th of Rabi' al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
Muslims commemorate this day by reflecting on the Prophet's life and teachings, engaging in spiritual observances like special prayers, and participating in community events and processions.
The celebration encourages Muslims to emulate the Prophet's exemplary character, fostering love, patience, and tolerance, while also promoting acts of charity and unity within the community.
While Maulud Nabiyy is widely accepted as the birthday of the holy Prophet, there are arguments on the specific date of when the Prophet was born. At the same time, not all Muslims celebrate the day, as groups and sects share different opinions about the celebration of birthdays in Islam
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Eid-el-Maulud celebrations in Kaduna State
Eid-el-Maulud is usually celebrated in the Zazzau Emirate in Kaduna state with a spectacular durbar. The Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, displays the culture and tradition of the emirate with a colourful durbar procession.
Authorities often encourage Muslims to pray fervently to God for peace and progress in Nigeria during the Eid al-Maulud celebration. They also facilitate the Muslim faithful in the celebration and wish them a peaceful celebration.
Isese Day: States that declared public holiday
Legit.ng earlier reported that Lagos and three other states in the southwest have declared Wednesday, August 20, as a work-free day for workers in their states.
The development was in honour of the 2025 Isese Day celebration, which is often carried out by the adherents of traditional religion.
Isese Day has become an official annual celebration day for the symbol of inclusiveness and cultural pride for the Yoruba people.
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