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The Federal Government has announced that Friday, September 5, will be a public holiday in Nigeria. This was in honour of the celebration of the Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birthday of the Holy Prophet Mohammed (SAW).
This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Ministry of Interior’s permanent secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani, in Abuja on Tuesday, September 2.
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The statement further explained that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the federal government. The minister then extended his warm greetings to Nigerian Muslims and the world at large.
Tunji-Ojo then called on Muslims to imbibe the virtues of the prophet, which he noted as peace, love, humility, tolerance and compassion. He stressed the importance of the values as being crucial in building a progressive and united Nigeria.
He also called on Nigerians across faiths to pray for peace, stability and security in the country during the period, while urging them to support the government in its efforts for sustainable development and national harmony.
The minister then called on Nigerians to remain security-conscious, law-abiding, and support the policies of the government in enhancing the people’s well-being. He then wishes Muslims in the country a joyous and peaceful Eid al-Mawlid celebration.
Source: Legit.ng
