Jan
01 Jan 2020
Wednesday
New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria.
Nigeria calendar 2020
Nigeria Public Holidays 2020
Public holidays and observances for 2020, with downloadable calendar files and concise planning notes.
Public holidays: 15 • Observances: 12 • Long weekends: 7
Jump to holiday list ↓| Holiday | Date | Description |
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01
Jan
Wednesday, 2020
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New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria. | |
| February | ||
| March | ||
| April | ||
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10
Apr
Friday, 2020
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Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. | |
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13
Apr
Monday, 2020
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Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel. | |
| May | ||
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01
May
Friday, 2020
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Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May. | |
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25
May
Monday, 2020
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
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25
May
Monday, 2020
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
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26
May
Tuesday, 2020
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
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26
May
Tuesday, 2020
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
| June | ||
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12
Jun
Friday, 2020
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Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday. | |
| July | ||
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30
Jul
Thursday, 2020
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This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria. | |
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31
Jul
Friday, 2020
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Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings. | |
| August | ||
| October | ||
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01
Oct
Thursday, 2020
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National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October. | |
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29
Oct
Thursday, 2020
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Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally. | |
| December | ||
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25
Dec
Friday, 2020
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Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events. | |
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26
Dec
Saturday, 2020
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Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time. | |
Apr
10 Apr 2020
Friday
Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Apr
13 Apr 2020
Monday
Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel.
May
01 May 2020
Friday
Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May.
25 May 2020
Monday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
25 May 2020
Monday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
26 May 2020
Tuesday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
26 May 2020
Tuesday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
Jun
12 Jun 2020
Friday
Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday.
30 Jul 2020
Thursday
This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria.
Jul
31 Jul 2020
Friday
Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings.
Oct
01 Oct 2020
Thursday
National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October.
Oct
29 Oct 2020
Thursday
Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally.
Dec
25 Dec 2020
Friday
Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events.
Dec
26 Dec 2020
Saturday
Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time.
Long weekends in 2020
- Good Friday • Fri, 10 Apr
- Easter Monday • Mon, 13 Apr
- Workers' Day • Fri, 01 May
- Eid El-Fitr Holiday • Mon, 25 May
- Democracy Day • Fri, 12 Jun
- Id el Kabir • Fri, 31 Jul
- Christmas Day • Fri, 25 Dec
Method: Friday or Monday public holiday.
FAQ for 2020
- How many public holidays are in Nigeria in 2020?
- There are 15 public holidays listed for 2020.
- Are Eid dates tentative?
- No holidays are currently marked tentative in this year's source data.
- What is the difference between public holidays and observances?
- Public holidays are official non-working days; observances are commemorative dates and may remain working days.