Nigeria’s northern state of Kano has declared Tuesday, September 11, 2018, as a public holiday to mark the Islamic new year 1440 After Hijra (AH).
The state commissioner for Information, Muhammad Garba in a statement on Monday quoted Governor Abdullahi Ganduje as congratulating Muslims faithful for witnessing the New Year, which commences in the month of Muharram, the first month in the lunar Islamic calendar.
It also urged Muslims to reflect on their deeds and activities during the past year and also to use the occasion to offer prayers for peace and prosperity of the country.
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