The Federal Government declares Tuesday, 25 August 2026, a public holiday to mark Eid ul Mawlid, which commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Multiple outlets report the holiday applies nationwide.
According to reports, the announcement is made through the Ministry of Interior. Vanguard and Daily Post state that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, issues the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, with the statement issued on Friday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary. Punch and Legit.ng also confirm the same date and purpose, framing the announcement as a “breaking” update.
While the outlets differ mainly in wording and tone, they align on the core details: the Federal Government’s decision, the specific date, and that the holiday is for Eid ul Mawlid.
