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Nigeria : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Nigeria

Nigeria has a rich cultural and religious heritage reflected in its diverse public holidays. These holidays celebrate national milestones, religious observances, and workers' contributions, with festivities that often bring families and communities together.

• New Year's Day
  Marks the beginning of the new year on January 1st. Celebrations include parties, family gatherings, and outdoor festivities welcomed with joy and hope for the year ahead.

• Eid-el-Fitr (estimated)
  A significant Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. Its date varies based on moon sightings. Traditions include communal prayers, feasting, and giving to charity.

• Eid-el-Fitr Holiday (estimated)
  The public holiday given in conjunction with Eid-el-Fitr allowing time for celebrations and family reunions.

• Eid-el-Fitr (estimated) (observed)
  When the actual Eid-el-Fitr day falls on a weekend, the following weekday may be observed as a holiday.

• Good Friday
  A Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday. It is a day of solemn reflection and church services.

• Easter Monday
  The day after Easter Sunday, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. It is often a public holiday with family gatherings and leisure activities.

• Workers' Day
  Celebrated on May 1st, honoring the contributions and rights of workers. It is marked with rallies, speeches, and sometimes leisure events.

• Eid-el-Kabir (estimated)
  Also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, it honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. The date is determined by the Islamic lunar calendar. Traditions include animal sacrifices, communal prayers, and feasts.

• Eid-el-Kabir Holiday (estimated)
  A public holiday accompanying Eid-el-Kabir to allow full participation in celebrations.

• Eid-el-Kabir Holiday (estimated) (observed)
  When Eid-el-Kabir falls on a weekend, the holiday might be observed on a subsequent weekday.

• Democracy Day
  Held on June 12th, commemorating the restoration of democracy in Nigeria. It celebrates political freedom with events highlighting democracy and civic responsibility.

• Eid-el-Mawlid (estimated)
  Marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, with dates varying according to the Islamic calendar. Observances include religious sermons, prayers, and processions.

• Independence Day
  Celebrated on October 1st, it marks Nigeria's independence from British colonial rule in 1960. Festivities include parades, cultural displays, and patriotic events.

• Christmas Day
  Celebrated on December 25th by Christians to honor the birth of Jesus Christ. It includes church services, family meals, and gift exchanges.

• Boxing Day
  On December 26th, traditionally a day for giving to the less fortunate and spending time with family and friends. It is a public holiday providing a continuation of festive celebrations.

• Boxing Day (observed)
  If Boxing Day falls on a weekend, the following weekday may be observed as the holiday.

• Workers' Day (observed)
  When May 1st falls on a weekend, the following weekday is observed as a holiday.

• Democracy Day (observed)
  If June 12th occurs on a weekend, the holiday may be observed on the following Monday.

• Eid-el-Mawlid (estimated) (observed)
  When Mawlid falls on a weekend, the holiday observance might occur on the next working day.

• Christmas Day (observed)
  If Christmas falls on a weekend, a weekday following it may be observed as a public holiday.

Site officiel de référence

• Federal Republic of Nigeria - Official Government Portal