The federal government has declared Thursday, October 29, a
public holiday across Nigeria.
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This was disclosed by the interior minister, Rauf Aregbesola, in
a statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Mohammed Manga.
Mr Aregbesola posted the statement in his verified Facebook
page.
He said the holiday is to mark Eid-el-Maulud, the birthday of
Prophet Mohammed.
Read the full statement below.
PRESS RELEASE
FG DECLARES THURSDAY OCTOBER 29, 2020 PUBLIC HOLIDAY TO MARK
EIDUL-MAWLID CELEBRATION
The Federal Government has declared Thursday October 29, 2020 as
Public Holiday to mark this year’s Eidul-Mawlid Celebration in
commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be
upon him).
Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who made the
declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated the
Muslim faithful both at home and abroad for witnessing this year’s
occasion.
He enjoined them to imbibe the spirit of love, patience and
perseverance which are the virtues of the Holy Prophet Muhammad
(peace be upon him), adding that doing so would guarantee peace and
security in the country.
The Minister admonished Muslims to follow the teaching of the
Holy Quran in Chapter 4 Verse 59 which says: “O you who believe!
Obey God and obey the Messenger, and those from among you who are
vested with authority; and if you are to dispute among yourselves
about anything, refer it to God and the Messenger, if indeed you
believe in God and the Last Day. This is the best (for you), and
fairest in the end”.
Ogbeni Aregbesola enjoined Nigerians, particularly Muslims, at
this moment, to abhor violence, lawlessness, wantonness and
daylight robbery as witnessed across the country most recently,
stressing that Nigeria is the pride of the black race and should
provide responsible leadership for the greatness and development of
the African continent and all black people.
While calling for a stop to all divisive tendencies across the
country, the Minister urged all Nigerians and the youth in
particular, to embrace peace and cooperate with the President
Muhammadu Buhari led-Administration in its effort to build a virile
nation, which all citizens can be proud of.
Ogbeni Aregbesola who described the youth as the hope and future
of the nation advised them further to deepen democracy and not
dampen it. For him, it is with more democracy that we can overcome
our challenges, noting that the challenges of nationhood that we
face are surmountable if we work through the democratic
process.
He wishes all Muslims a happy Eidul- Mawlid Celebration and all
Nigerians a Happy Holiday.
SIGNED
Mohammed Manga
Director (Press & Public Relations)
For: Honourable Minister
27th October, 2020
The federal government has declared Thursday, October 29, a
public holiday across Nigeria.
This was disclosed by the interior minister, Rauf Aregbesola, in
a statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Mohammed Manga.
Mr Aregbesola posted the statement in his verified Facebook
page.
He said the holiday is to mark Eid-el-Maulud, the birthday of
Prophet Mohammed.
Read the full statement below.
PRESS RELEASE
FG DECLARES THURSDAY OCTOBER 29, 2020 PUBLIC HOLIDAY TO MARK
EIDUL-MAWLID CELEBRATION
The Federal Government has declared Thursday October 29, 2020 as
Public Holiday to mark this year’s Eidul-Mawlid Celebration in
commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be
upon him).
Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who made the
declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated the
Muslim faithful both at home and abroad for witnessing this year’s
occasion.
He enjoined them to imbibe the spirit of love, patience and
perseverance which are the virtues of the Holy Prophet Muhammad
(peace be upon him), adding that doing so would guarantee peace and
security in the country.
The Minister admonished Muslims to follow the teaching of the
Holy Quran in Chapter 4 Verse 59 which says: “O you who believe!
Obey God and obey the Messenger, and those from among you who are
vested with authority; and if you are to dispute among yourselves
about anything, refer it to God and the Messenger, if indeed you
believe in God and the Last Day. This is the best (for you), and
fairest in the end”.
Ogbeni Aregbesola enjoined Nigerians, particularly Muslims, at
this moment, to abhor violence, lawlessness, wantonness and
daylight robbery as witnessed across the country most recently,
stressing that Nigeria is the pride of the black race and should
provide responsible leadership for the greatness and development of
the African continent and all black people.
While calling for a stop to all divisive tendencies across the
country, the Minister urged all Nigerians and the youth in
particular, to embrace peace and cooperate with the President
Muhammadu Buhari led-Administration in its effort to build a virile
nation, which all citizens can be proud of.
Ogbeni Aregbesola who described the youth as the hope and future
of the nation advised them further to deepen democracy and not
dampen it. For him, it is with more democracy that we can overcome
our challenges, noting that the challenges of nationhood that we
face are surmountable if we work through the democratic
process.
He wishes all Muslims a happy Eidul- Mawlid Celebration and all
Nigerians a Happy Holiday.
SIGNED
Mohammed Manga
Director (Press & Public Relations)
For: Honourable Minister
27th October, 2020