The Kwara Government has declared Monday as a work-free day in the state in commemoration of the new Islamic Year, 1446 A.H.
The News Agency of Nigeria ( NAN) reports that Muharram is the first Islamic (Hijrah) lunar month.
This is contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Rafiu Ajakaye, on Friday in Ilorin.
“The first day of the Muharram 1446 falls on Sunday, July 7, 2024, according to many calculations.
“The Governor shares in the mixed memories that this occasion brings to the Muslims annually, and calls for deeper introspection on the journey of the community and its duty to be the light bearers for tolerance, mutual respect, and justice.
“The governor wishes the community a blessed new Hijrah year and prays Allah to accord everyone its blessings and uphold the community upon goodness,’ ‘he said.
(NAN).
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