Nigeria (NG)
Nigeria is Africa's most populous nation and its largest economy — a vibrant, dynamic, and entrepreneurial country of over 220 million people spanning 36 states and 250+ ethnic groups.
Capital: Abuja
Region: Africa
Language: English
Currency: NGN (₦)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 22)
Emergency: 112
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Public Holidays 2026
13 holidays in Nigeria. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
New Year's Day
March 2026
Thu 19
Eid al-Fitr Public Holiday
Eid el-Fitr (Sallah)
End of Ramadan. Nigeria observes Eid al-Fitr on Mar 19 — date confirmed by Sultan of Sokoto (moon sighting). Subject to official annual announcement.
Fri 20
Eid al-Fitr Holiday Public Holiday
Eid el-Fitr Public Holiday
Second day of Eid al-Fitr public holiday period. Subject to official moon-sighting confirmation.
April 2026
Fri 3
Good Friday Public Holiday
Good Friday
Mon 6
Easter Monday Public Holiday
Easter Monday
May 2026
Fri 1
Workers' Day Public Holiday
Workers' Day
Wed 27
Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Eid el-Kabir
Feast of Sacrifice. Date approximate — subject to official moon-sighting announcement.
Thu 28
Eid al-Adha Holiday Public Holiday
Eid el-Kabir Public Holiday
Second day of Eid al-Adha public holiday period.
June 2026
Fri 12
Democracy Day Public Holiday
Democracy Day
August 2026
Tue 25
Mawlid Public Holiday
Id el Maulud
Prophet Muhammad's Birthday — 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448 AH (approximately August 25, 2026). Date confirmed by Sultan of Sokoto. Subject to official moon-sighting announcement.
October 2026
Thu 1
Independence Day Public Holiday
Independence Anniversary
December 2026
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Christmas Public Holiday
Sat 26
Boxing Day Public Holiday
Boxing Day Holiday
26 December falls on a Saturday in 2026; confirm government notice on whether Monday 28 December is observed as a substitute.
Note: Some holidays in Nigeria apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.