The Kano State Government has officially announced Tuesday as a work-free day for residents to celebrate the advent of the Islamic New Year, 1448 After Hijrah (AH).
This declaration was made known in a statement released on Monday by Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the state’s Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs. According to Waiya, the holiday was approved to enable the Muslim community and all citizens to participate in the observance of the lunar calendar’s first month, Muharram.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf extended his congratulations to Muslims in Kano and throughout Nigeria for witnessing another Islamic year. He emphasized the importance of using this occasion for introspection and spiritual growth.
In his message, the governor called on the public to engage in acts of prayer and supplication for the continued peace, unity, and economic advancement of both Kano State and the nation at large. He also urged residents to support the government’s initiatives aimed at enhancing infrastructure, social welfare, and overall quality of life.
The holiday aligns with similar observances in other northern states, reflecting the region’s commitment to honoring Islamic traditions.