Long weekends
Long weekends in Nigeria for 2026
This page uses a simple planning rule: a long weekend is counted when a public holiday falls on Friday or Monday.
Holiday
Date
Day
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20 Mar 2026Friday
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03 Apr 2026Friday
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06 Apr 2026Monday
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01 May 2026Friday
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12 Jun 2026Friday
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25 Dec 2026Friday
FAQ
- How many long weekends are in Nigeria in 2026?
- Using Friday/Monday public-holiday logic, there are 6 long weekends in 2026.
- How is long weekend calculated?
- A long weekend is counted when a public holiday falls on Friday or Monday.
- Where can I see the full holiday list?
- Open /2026 for the complete year view.