Jan
01 Jan 2021
Friday
New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria.
Nigeria calendar 2021
Nigeria Public Holidays 2021
Public holidays and observances for 2021, with downloadable calendar files and concise planning notes.
Public holidays: 18 • Observances: 11 • Long weekends: 7
Jump to holiday list ↓| Holiday | Date | Description |
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01
Jan
Friday, 2021
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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. | |
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| March | ||
| April | ||
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02
Apr
Friday, 2021
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Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. | |
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05
Apr
Monday, 2021
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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
Saturday, 2021
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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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03
May
Monday, 2021
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A substitute day is sometimes declared when Workers' Day falls on a weekend. | |
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12
May
Wednesday, 2021
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
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12
May
Wednesday, 2021
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
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13
May
Thursday, 2021
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Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits. | |
| June | ||
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12
Jun
Saturday, 2021
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Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday. | |
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14
Jun
Monday, 2021
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A substitute day may be declared when Democracy Day falls on a weekend. | |
| July | ||
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20
Jul
Tuesday, 2021
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Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings. | |
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21
Jul
Wednesday, 2021
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This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria. | |
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| October | ||
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01
Oct
Friday, 2021
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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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19
Oct
Tuesday, 2021
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Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally. | |
| December | ||
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25
Dec
Saturday, 2021
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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
Sunday, 2021
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Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time. | |
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27
Dec
Monday, 2021
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A substitute day may be declared when Christmas Day falls on a weekend. | |
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28
Dec
Tuesday, 2021
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A substitute day may be declared when Boxing Day falls on a weekend. | |
Apr
02 Apr 2021
Friday
Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Apr
05 Apr 2021
Monday
Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel.
May
01 May 2021
Saturday
Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May.
03 May 2021
Monday
A substitute day is sometimes declared when Workers' Day falls on a weekend.
12 May 2021
Wednesday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
12 May 2021
Wednesday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
May
13 May 2021
Thursday
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits.
Jun
12 Jun 2021
Saturday
Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday.
14 Jun 2021
Monday
A substitute day may be declared when Democracy Day falls on a weekend.
Jul
20 Jul 2021
Tuesday
Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings.
21 Jul 2021
Wednesday
This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria.
Oct
01 Oct 2021
Friday
National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October.
Oct
19 Oct 2021
Tuesday
Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally.
Dec
25 Dec 2021
Saturday
Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events.
Dec
26 Dec 2021
Sunday
Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time.
27 Dec 2021
Monday
A substitute day may be declared when Christmas Day falls on a weekend.
28 Dec 2021
Tuesday
A substitute day may be declared when Boxing Day falls on a weekend.
Long weekends in 2021
- New Year's Day • Fri, 01 Jan
- Good Friday • Fri, 02 Apr
- Easter Monday • Mon, 05 Apr
- Day off for Workers' Day • Mon, 03 May
- Day off for Democracy Day • Mon, 14 Jun
- National Day • Fri, 01 Oct
- Day off for Christmas Day • Mon, 27 Dec
Method: Friday or Monday public holiday.
FAQ for 2021
- How many public holidays are in Nigeria in 2021?
- There are 18 public holidays listed for 2021.
- 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.