How many public holidays does Nigeria have in 2026?

Nigeria has 11 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in Nigeria in 2026?

The first 2026 public holiday in Nigeria is New Year's Day, on 1 January.

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for Nigeria to find every bridge day and turn a few days of leave into a longer break.

Countdown · Nigeria

Mawlid 2026 falls on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 — live countdown below for Nigeria.

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Mawlid · 34 days