Islamic new year: Katsina govt gives workers a day off on Friday

The Executive Governor of Katsina State,  Dikko Umaru Radda has declared Friday, 27th June, 2025, as a work-free day to commemorate the new Islamic year 1447AH...

The announcement was made on Thursday in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Faskari.

Radda congratulated all Muslims in the state and across the country on witnessing the new Islamic Calendar.

He said the declaration is to enable civil servants and residents join other faithful in celebrating the Year, and to reflect on its spiritual significance.

Governor Radda called on the people of Katsina State to continue to live in peace and harmony with one another, emphasizing that no meaningful development could take place without peace and stability.

The Governor reassured the administration’s commitment to delivering people oriented projects that would improve the lives of the people.

Furthermore, he 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 urged farmers to desist from illegal encroachment of all cattle routes, forest and grazing reserves.

The Governor prayed for continued peace, unity, and prosperity in Katsina State and Nigeria at large.