The Federal Government has declared Monday 10th October, 2022 as Public Holiday.
A statement issued by Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola disclosed that the holiday is to mark the Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration in commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him).
Aregbesola congratulated all Muslims both at home and in the Diaspora for witnessing this year’s occasion.
He admonished citizens to imbibe the spirit of love, patience, tolerance and perseverance which are deep spiritual virtues and which the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) exemplified.
The minister said doing so would guarantee peace, security and harmony in the country.
He also enjoined Nigerians, particularly Muslims, to refrain from violence, lawlessness and other acts of criminality.
According to him, “As the indisputable leader of our race, we must demonstrate responsible leadership in Africa.”
Aregbesola urged all Nigerians, and the youth in particular to embrace the virtues of hard work and peaceful disposition to fellow humans, irrespective of faith, ideology, social class and ethnicity and join hands with the President Muhammadu.
He wished all Muslims a happy celebration and Nigerians a happy holiday.
