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Public Holidays in Nigeria for the Year 2024 [Full List]

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Published: August 10, 2024
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Nigeria is a country with a rich and diverse cultural heritage, and its public holidays reflect that. Public holidays are days off from work and school for most Nigerians, and they are usually celebrated or commemorated with various activities and events.

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What are the public holidays in Nigeria for 2024?How are public holidays determined in Nigeria?

In this article, we will answer some frequently asked questions about public holidays in Nigeria for the year 2024.

What are the public holidays in Nigeria for 2024?

According to the official calendar of the Federal Government of Nigeria, the public holidays in Nigeria for 2024 are as follows:

  • New Year’s Day: January 1 (Monday). This holiday marks the beginning of the new year according to the Gregorian calendar.
  • Good Friday: March 29 (Friday). This holiday is a Christian holiday that commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ before Easter.
  • Easter Monday: April 1 (Monday). This holiday is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his death.
  • Id el Fitri: April 10-11 (Wednesday-Thursday). This holiday is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting and prayer.
  • Workers’ Day: May 1 (Wednesday). This holiday is a secular holiday that honors the labor movement and the rights of workers.
  • Democracy Day: June 12 (Wednesday). This holiday is a secular holiday that celebrates the return of democracy in Nigeria after years of military rule.
  • Id el Kabir: June 16-17 (Sunday-Monday). This holiday is a Muslim holiday that commemorates the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ismail (Ishmael) as an act of obedience to God.
  • Id el Maulud: September 15 (Sunday). This holiday is a Muslim holiday that celebrates the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam.
  • Nigeria Independence Day: October 1 (Tuesday). This holiday is a secular holiday that marks the independence of Nigeria from Britain in 1960.
  • Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday). This holiday is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, the son of God.
  • Boxing Day: December 26 (Thursday). This holiday is a Christian holiday that follows Christmas Day, and is traditionally a day of giving gifts and charity.

How are public holidays determined in Nigeria?

Public holidays in Nigeria are determined by the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Minister of Interior, which has the authority to declare any day as a public holiday by law or executive order.

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The government usually announces the dates of public holidays in advance, and may also adjust or modify them as necessary.

For example, the government may declare an additional public holiday to extend a weekend or a festive period, or to mark a special occasion or event.

Some public holidays in Nigeria are fixed, meaning they occur on the same date every year, such as New Year’s Day, Workers’ Day, Democracy Day, National Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.

Other public holidays are movable, meaning they vary from year to year based on the lunar or solar calendar, such as Good Friday, Easter Monday, Id el Fitri, Id el Kabir, and Id el Maulud. These holidays are usually announced by the government after consulting with religious authorities and experts.

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Public holidays in Nigeria for 2024 are a mix of fixed and movable dates, based on the Gregorian, lunar, and solar calendars. They reflect the cultural and religious diversity of the country.

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