Osun State Announces Midweek Break to Mark Beginning of Islamic Calendar Year

Osun State Government has announced that Wednesday will be observed as a public holiday in the state to commemorate Hijira 1448AH.
nThe was contained in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Rasheed Aderibigbe, obtained in Osogbo on Tuesday.
nAderibigbe explained that the celebration marks the beginning of Islamic New Year.
n“Osun State Government is pleased to announce that Wednesday 17th June, 2026 will be observed as a Public Holiday to commemorate Hijira 1448AH.
n“This celebration marks the beginning of Islamic New Year.
n“Consequently, on behalf of Osun State Government, I extend warm
ngreetings to our Muslim Brothers and Sisters as we celebrate Hijira 1448AH.
“May this occasion bring peace, prosperity and unity to our great State,” the statement read partly.
nThe government also encouraged residents to shun rancour and joyfully participate in the festivities and celebrations promoting unity and togetherness.
nThe statement further read, “However, residents are encouraged to shun rancor and disharmony and joyfully participate in festivities and celebrations promoting unity and togetherness.”
nThe Islamic year 1448 AH begins on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, following the sighting of the Muharram crescent moon.
nThis lunar year spans from June 16, 2026, to approximately June 5, 2027 on the Gregorian calendar.
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