The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has urged Muslims across the country to use Eid-ul-Maulud to reflect on the virtues and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
In a statement issued to journalists in Abuja on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau described Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as a timeless role model for humanity.
LEADERSHIP reports that the Federal Government has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, a public holiday to commemorate Eid-ul-Maulud, the celebration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
“As we celebrate the birthday of our noble Prophet Muhammad (SAW), let us reflect on his virtues and teachings and follow his example daily. Let us imbibe the lessons of compassion, peace, and support for one another, as preached by our noble Prophet,” he stated.
He called on the Muslim community and all Nigerians to pray for peace, stability, and prosperity, stressing the importance of unity in tackling the nation’s challenges.
Senator Barau, who also serves as the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, reiterated the National Assembly’s commitment to enacting necessary legislation to address gaps in the country’s laws.
“The Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, under my chairmanship, is working diligently to amend the laws in line with the views expressed by Nigerians. We recently conducted zonal public hearings in the six geopolitical zones,” he said.
He added that the public hearings, held to gather citizens’ input on proposed constitutional amendments, were highly successful, recording massive participation from stakeholders across the country.
“Critical national issues—such as local government autonomy, electoral and judicial reforms, state creation, state police, and inclusive governance—were extensively discussed. We are leaving no stone unturned in our efforts to address the legal and institutional gaps for the benefit of all Nigerians,” the statement added. The National Assembly is scheduled to resume from its annual recess on September 23, 2025.
