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 the 19th of 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, as well as an integral part of the state’s Islamic heritage.
It urged civil servants across the state 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.
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The circular directed heads of ministries, departments and agencies to ensure strict compliance with the declaration.
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.
The government wished residents a peaceful and spiritually rewarding Takutaha celebration.