JIGAWA STATE GOVERNMENT DECLARES 16th JUNE AS NEW YEAR ISLAMIC HOLIDAY

JIGAWA STATE GOVERNMENT DECLARES 16th JUNE AS NEW YEAR ISLAMIC HOLIDAY  

By Umar Akilu Majeri 

The Jigawa State government has declared 16th June 2026, as Islamic holiday , in observance of the new Islamic Year 1448 AH.

The statement was issued today which made available to our news room  signed by the State Head of the Civil Service, Alhaji Muhammad K. Dagaceri.

The Head of the Civil Service, stated that the holiday allows the working class and the wider community to partake in the celebrations marking the Islamic New Year.

The statement quoted, Alhaji Muhammad K Dagaceri encouraging all workers and citizens of Jigawa State to engage in prayers for sustained peace and prosperity throughout the State.

Furthermore, the government urges the populace to reflect deeply on and live in accordance with the teachings of Islam, as well as the practices of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

Additionally, the Head of Service said " it is paramount for all citizens to remain law-abiding and refrain from any actions that could disrupt the peace and harmony in Jigawa State".