Kano Declares 1 September Work-Free Day

The Kano State Government has declared Tuesday, September 1, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents to celebrate Takutaha, an annual traditional and religious occasion observed across the state.

The declaration was contained in Circular No. 7/2026, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Establishment, Abba A. Danguguwa, on behalf of the Head of Service.

According to the circular, the work-free day coincides with 19th Rabi’ul Awwal, 1448AH, and was approved by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

The government described Takutaha as an important traditional and religious occasion with deep spiritual and cultural significance to the people of Kano, noting that it forms part of the state’s Islamic heritage.

It urged civil servants to use the occasion for prayers, supplications and spiritual reflection, particularly to seek divine blessings for continued peace, unity, stability and prosperity in Kano State and Nigeria.

The circular directed heads of ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) to ensure strict compliance with the directive.

However, the government clarified that essential services would continue to operate in accordance with established procedures.

The circular was addressed to senior government officials, including the Chief of Staff, Secretary to the State Government, commissioners, permanent secretaries, heads of boards and commissions, local government audit authorities, and chief executives of state-owned agencies and companies.