Jan
01 Jan 2025
Wednesday
New Year's Day marks the first day of the year and is observed nationwide as a public holiday in Nigeria.
Nigeria calendar 2025
Nigeria Public Holidays 2025
Public holidays and observances for 2025, 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, 2025
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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 | ||
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30
Mar
Sunday, 2025
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Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits. | |
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31
Mar
Monday, 2025
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
| April | ||
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01
Apr
Tuesday, 2025
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This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance. | |
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18
Apr
Friday, 2025
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Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. | |
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21
Apr
Monday, 2025
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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
Thursday, 2025
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Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May. | |
| June | ||
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06
Jun
Friday, 2025
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Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings. | |
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09
Jun
Monday, 2025
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This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria. | |
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12
Jun
Thursday, 2025
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Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday. | |
| July | ||
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15
Jul
Tuesday, 2025
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A national day of mourning observed to honor former President Muhammadu Buhari and related state activities. | |
| September | ||
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05
Sep
Friday, 2025
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Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally. | |
| October | ||
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01
Oct
Wednesday, 2025
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National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October. | |
| December | ||
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25
Dec
Thursday, 2025
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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
Friday, 2025
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Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time. | |
Mar
30 Mar 2025
Sunday
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits.
31 Mar 2025
Monday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
01 Apr 2025
Tuesday
This additional holiday supports Eid al-Fitr celebrations and extends public holiday observance.
Apr
18 Apr 2025
Friday
Good Friday is a Christian public holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Apr
21 Apr 2025
Monday
Easter Monday is observed as a public holiday in Nigeria and is often used for family visits and travel.
May
01 May 2025
Thursday
Workers' Day honors workers and labor contributions and is observed nationally as a public holiday on 1 May.
Jun
06 Jun 2025
Friday
Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim's devotion and is observed with prayers, charity, and family gatherings.
09 Jun 2025
Monday
This additional day extends Eid al-Adha public holiday observance in Nigeria.
Jun
12 Jun 2025
Thursday
Democracy Day commemorates Nigeria's democratic journey and is observed nationally as a public holiday.
15 Jul 2025
Tuesday
A national day of mourning observed to honor former President Muhammadu Buhari and related state activities.
Sep
05 Sep 2025
Friday
Eid al-Maulud commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is observed nationally.
Oct
01 Oct 2025
Wednesday
National Day marks Nigeria's independence and is observed nationwide as a public holiday on 1 October.
Dec
25 Dec 2025
Thursday
Christmas Day is a national public holiday celebrated with worship, family gatherings, and community events.
Dec
26 Dec 2025
Friday
Boxing Day is a public holiday observed on 26 December and commonly used for travel and family time.
Long weekends in 2025
- Eid El-Fitr Holiday • Mon, 31 Mar
- Good Friday • Fri, 18 Apr
- Easter Monday • Mon, 21 Apr
- Id el Kabir • Fri, 06 Jun
- Id el Kabir additional holiday • Mon, 09 Jun
- Id el Maulud • Fri, 05 Sep
- Boxing Day • Fri, 26 Dec
Method: Friday or Monday public holiday.
FAQ for 2025
- How many public holidays are in Nigeria in 2025?
- There are 15 public holidays listed for 2025.
- 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.