Osun State Declares Public Holiday for Islamic New Year

The Osun State Government has officially declared Wednesday, June 17, 2026, as a public holiday to commemorate the Islamic New Year, known as Hijra 1448AH. This announcement was made by Rashe Aderibigbe, the Commissioner for Home Affairs, in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Tuesday.

The celebration marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year, which follows the sighting of the crescent moon of Muharram. The Islamic year 1448AH will begin on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, and will approximately span until June 5, 2027, in the Gregorian calendar.

Aderibigbe extended warm greetings to the Muslim community, urging them to celebrate the occasion joyfully while promoting peace and unity. The statement also encouraged residents to shun rancor and disharmony during the festivities.