Below you'll find 2025's official holidays for Nigeria. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Nigeria Public Holidays 2025
Nigeria
There are 14 public holidays in Nigeria for 2025. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-01 | Wed | New Year's Day |
| 2025-03-30 | Sun | Id el Fitr |
| 2025-04-18 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 2025-04-21 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2025-05-01 | Thu | Worker's Day |
| 2025-05-27 | Tue | Children's Day |
| 2025-06-06 | Fri | Id el Kabir |
| 2025-06-12 | Thu | Democracy Day |
| 2025-06-26 | Thu | Islamic New Year |
| 2025-09-04 | Thu | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
| 2025-10-01 | Wed | Independence Day |
| 2025-11-01 | Sat | National Youth Day |
| 2025-12-25 | Thu | Christmas Day |
| 2025-12-26 | Fri | Boxing Day |
Experience Nigeria's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Nigeria's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Nigerian culture.
Nigeria Public Holidays 2025
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