Nigeria calendar 2023

Nigeria Public Holidays 2023

Public holidays and observances for 2023, with downloadable calendar files and concise planning notes.

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Public holidays: 16 • Observances: 12 • Long weekends: 10

Holiday and observance dates in Nigeria for 2023
Holiday	Date	Description
January
New Year's Day	01 Jan Sunday, 2023	New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria.
Day off for New Year's Day	02 Jan Monday, 2023	This substitute day is observed when New Year's Day falls on a weekend and an extra weekday is declared off.
February
Valentine's Day Observance	14 Feb Tuesday, 2023	Valentine's Day is a cultural observance focused on appreciation, relationships, and social activities.
Ash Wednesday Observance	22 Feb Wednesday, 2023	Ash Wednesday begins the Lenten season in many Christian communities and is observed with church services.
March
Women's Day Observance	08 Mar Wednesday, 2023	Women's Day is an observance highlighting women's achievements and gender-equality themes.
Mothering Sunday Observance	19 Mar Sunday, 2023	Mothering Sunday is an observance that celebrates mothers and family life in Christian communities.
Ramadan Start Observance	23 Mar Thursday, 2023	Ramadan Start marks the beginning of the fasting month for Muslims and is treated as an observance for planning.
April
Good Friday	07 Apr Friday, 2023	Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Holy Saturday Observance	08 Apr Saturday, 2023	Holy Saturday is observed between Good Friday and Easter Sunday in the Christian calendar.
Easter Sunday Observance	09 Apr Sunday, 2023	Easter Sunday is a major Christian observance celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Easter Monday	10 Apr Monday, 2023	Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel.
Eid El-Fitr	21 Apr Friday, 2023	Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits.
Eid El-Fitr Holiday	24 Apr Monday, 2023	This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
May
Workers' Day	01 May Monday, 2023	Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May.
Children's Day Observance	27 May Saturday, 2023	Children's Day is an observance focused on child welfare, education, and youth development.
Presidential Inauguration Holiday	29 May Monday, 2023	This special holiday marks the presidential inauguration and related national ceremonies.
June
Democracy Day	12 Jun Monday, 2023	Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday.
Father's Day Observance	18 Jun Sunday, 2023	Father's Day is an observance celebrating fathers and parental contributions in family life.
Id el Kabir	28 Jun Wednesday, 2023	Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings.
Id el Kabir additional holiday	29 Jun Thursday, 2023	This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria.
July
Al-Hijra Observance	19 Jul Wednesday, 2023	Al-Hijra marks the Islamic New Year and is observed by Muslim communities across Nigeria.
September
Id el Maulud	27 Sep Wednesday, 2023	Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally.
October
National Day	01 Oct Sunday, 2023	National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October.
Day off for National Day	02 Oct Monday, 2023	A substitute day may be declared when National Day falls on a weekend.
December
Christmas Eve Observance	24 Dec Sunday, 2023	Christmas Eve is widely observed with church events and family preparations ahead of Christmas Day.
Christmas Day	25 Dec Monday, 2023	Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events.
Boxing Day	26 Dec Tuesday, 2023	Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time.
New Year's Eve Observance	31 Dec Sunday, 2023	New Year's Eve is widely observed with community celebrations, church services, and family gatherings across Nigeria.

New Year's Day

Jan

01 Jan 2023

Sunday

New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria.

Day off for New Year's Day

Jan

02 Jan 2023

Monday

This substitute day is observed when New Year's Day falls on a weekend and an extra weekday is declared off.

Good Friday

Apr

07 Apr 2023

Friday

Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Easter Monday

Apr

10 Apr 2023

Monday

Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel.

Eid El-Fitr

Apr

21 Apr 2023

Friday

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits.

Eid El-Fitr Holiday

Apr

24 Apr 2023

Monday

This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.

Workers' Day

May

01 May 2023

Monday

Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May.

Presidential Inauguration Holiday

May

29 May 2023

Monday

This special holiday marks the presidential inauguration and related national ceremonies.

Democracy Day

Jun

12 Jun 2023

Monday

Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday.

Id el Kabir

Jun

28 Jun 2023

Wednesday

Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings.

Id el Kabir additional holiday

Jun

29 Jun 2023

Thursday

This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria.

Id el Maulud

Sep

27 Sep 2023

Wednesday

Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally.

National Day

Oct

01 Oct 2023

Sunday

National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October.

Day off for National Day

Oct

02 Oct 2023

Monday

A substitute day may be declared when National Day falls on a weekend.

Christmas Day

Dec

25 Dec 2023

Monday

Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events.

Boxing Day

Dec

26 Dec 2023

Tuesday

Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time.

Long weekends in 2023

Day off for New Year's Day • Mon, 02 Jan
Good Friday • Fri, 07 Apr
Easter Monday • Mon, 10 Apr
Eid El-Fitr • Fri, 21 Apr
Eid El-Fitr Holiday • Mon, 24 Apr
Workers' Day • Mon, 01 May
Presidential Inauguration Holiday • Mon, 29 May
Democracy Day • Mon, 12 Jun
Day off for National Day • Mon, 02 Oct
Christmas Day • Mon, 25 Dec

Method: Friday or Monday public holiday.

FAQ for 2023

How many public holidays are in Nigeria in 2023?: There are 16 public holidays listed for 2023.
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.

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