The Katsina and Kebbi state governments have declared Friday, June 17, 2025, as a work-free day to commemorate the new Islamic Year 1447AH.
The holiday is to enable civil servants and residents to join other faithful in celebrating the year, and to reflect on its spiritual significance.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Secretary to the Katsina State Government, Abdullahi Faskari, noted that Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina extended his heartfelt congratulations to all Muslims in the state and across the country on witnessing the new Islamic Calendar.
The governor also called on the people of Katsina State to continue to live in peace and harmony with one another.
He emphasised that no meaningful development could take place without peace and stability.
Radda reassured his administration’s commitment to delivering people-oriented projects that would improve the lives of the people.
The Katsina governor also reiterated his call on farmers and beneficiaries of government agricultural support to make judicious use of the fertilizers, tractors, and other farming implements distributed to enhance food security during the ongoing rainy season.
He therefore urged farmers to desist from illegal encroachment of all cattle routes, forests, and grazing reserves.
Radda prayed for continued peace, unity, and prosperity in Katsina State and Nigeria at large.
Similarly, Kebbi State Government announced the public holiday in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Establishment, Pension and Training, Malami A. Maiyama, and issued to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday.
“This is to enable public servants to celebrate the commencement of the Islamic New Year of 1447. However, normal work will resume on Monday, June 30, 2025. All are to ensure compliance, please,” the statement added.