The Ministry of the Interior has officially declared Friday, June 6, 2025, as a statutory public holiday to commemorate Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant festivals on the Islamic calendar.
The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, who also serves as the Member of Parliament for Asawase in the Ashanti Region.
The statement, released in Accra on Thursday, May 29, 2025, urged all citizens to observe the day nationwide in recognition of the Muslim community’s religious observance.
Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is celebrated by Muslims around the world to honour the unwavering faith and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who was willing to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) in submission to God’s command.
At the last moment, God provided a ram to be sacrificed instead, symbolising divine mercy and the importance of devotion.
The festival, which follows the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, is marked by communal prayers, the sacrifice of animals (typically sheep, goats, or cows), and the sharing of meat with family, friends, and the less fortunate.
It is a time of spiritual reflection, charity, and unity within the Muslim Ummah.
The Ministry of the Interior has urged all Ghanaians to observe the holiday in a peaceful and respectful manner, encouraging citizens to use the occasion to foster unity and social cohesion.
In communities across, preparations are already underway, with local mosques, community groups, and families gearing up for the festivities.
Eid Mubarak in advance to all Muslims in Ghana and around the world.
