Close

Eid-ul-Mawlid: FG declares Monday public holiday

Abuja—The Federal Government has declared Monday 10th October as Public Holiday to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration in commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.

The Minister, in a statement by his Permanent Secretary, Dr Shuaib Belgore admonished all Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of love, patience, tolerance and perseverance.

He congratulated all Muslims at home and in the Diaspora for witnessing this year’s occasion.

Aregbesola enjoined Nigerians, particularly Muslims, to refrain from violence, lawlessness and other acts of criminality. “As the indisputable leader of our race, we must demonstrate responsible leadership in Africa”, the Minister stated.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Leave a comment SUPPORT MANGROVEPEN' JOURNALISM OF INTEGRITY & CREDIBILITY.

It takes lots of money to inform, educate and entertain audiences, keep a watchful eye on the government as well as promote values that will benefit society through virile journalism.

We therefore request your modest donation to ensure that our news and other content remain freely available and accessible to all netizens.