Former presidential aide Reno Omokri called for a review of Nigeria’s work schedule on August 29, 2025, describing it as unfair that Muslims must work on Fridays, a day significant for Jumu’ah prayers, while Sundays are recognized as a national non-working day for Christians. In a video posted on his verified Facebook page, Omokri proposed that work hours be adjusted to start at 7:30 a.m. from Monday to Thursday, allowing offices to close by noon on Fridays to accommodate Muslim prayers without affecting national productivity or GDP. He argued that this adjustment would ensure fairness, noting that pre-colonial Nigeria recognized Fridays as a rest day for Muslims, a practice altered by colonial influence. Omokri stressed that his proposal seeks equity between Christians and Muslims, not favoritism, to promote inclusivity in Nigeria’s diverse religious landscape.
