Jan
01 Jan 2024
Monday
New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria.
Nigeria calendar 2024
Nigeria Public Holidays 2024
Public holidays and observances for 2024, with downloadable calendar files and concise planning notes.
Public holidays: 13 • Observances: 12 • Long weekends: 5
Jump to holiday list ↓| Holiday | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| January | ||
|
01
Jan
Monday, 2024
|
New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria. | |
| February | ||
| March | ||
|
29
Mar
Friday, 2024
|
Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. | |
| April | ||
|
01
Apr
Monday, 2024
|
Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel. | |
|
10
Apr
Wednesday, 2024
|
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits. | |
|
11
Apr
Thursday, 2024
|
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
| May | ||
|
01
May
Wednesday, 2024
|
Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May. | |
| June | ||
|
12
Jun
Wednesday, 2024
|
Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday. | |
|
16
Jun
Sunday, 2024
|
Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings. | |
|
17
Jun
Monday, 2024
|
This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria. | |
| July | ||
| September | ||
|
16
Sep
Monday, 2024
|
Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally. | |
| October | ||
|
01
Oct
Tuesday, 2024
|
National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October. | |
| December | ||
|
25
Dec
Wednesday, 2024
|
Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events. | |
|
26
Dec
Thursday, 2024
|
Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time. | |
Mar
29 Mar 2024
Friday
Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Apr
01 Apr 2024
Monday
Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel.
Apr
10 Apr 2024
Wednesday
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits.
11 Apr 2024
Thursday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
May
01 May 2024
Wednesday
Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May.
Jun
12 Jun 2024
Wednesday
Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday.
Jun
16 Jun 2024
Sunday
Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings.
17 Jun 2024
Monday
This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria.
Sep
16 Sep 2024
Monday
Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally.
Oct
01 Oct 2024
Tuesday
National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October.
Dec
25 Dec 2024
Wednesday
Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events.
Dec
26 Dec 2024
Thursday
Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time.
Long weekends in 2024
- New Year's Day • Mon, 01 Jan
- Good Friday • Fri, 29 Mar
- Easter Monday • Mon, 01 Apr
- Id el Kabir additional holiday • Mon, 17 Jun
- Id el Maulud • Mon, 16 Sep
Method: Friday or Monday public holiday.
FAQ for 2024
- How many public holidays are in Nigeria in 2024?
- There are 13 public holidays listed for 2024.
- 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.