Kano State Declares Eid-el-Kabir Holiday for Schools Starting June 4

The Kano State Government has announced that all primary and post-primary schools across the state will observe the Eid-el-Kabir holiday starting from Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Education, boarding students are expected to resume on Sunday, June 15, 2025, while day students will return on Monday, June 16, 2025.

Parents and guardians of boarding students are advised to collect their wards by the early hours of Wednesday, June 4.

The Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, expressed gratitude to parents for their continued support and urged them to ensure their children return to school promptly after the break.

All other aspects of the 2024/2025 academic calendar, including previously scheduled public holidays, remain unchanged.

Eid-el-Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha, is one of the most significant Islamic festivals, commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. The festival is marked by prayers, feasting, and acts of charity.