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March 12, 2023 By Amitverain Leave a Comment

The New Year in Nigeria has public holidays declared by the Ministry of Interior. Schools, businesses, banks, and government offices close on these days. January 2nd is a public holiday as it’s the day after New Year’s Day. Plan events around public holidays. Remember the January 2nd public holiday.

About Public Holidays

Nigeria has public holidays designated by the government for national celebration or observance. Work, school, and other activities stop during these days. Cultural or religious events may accompany these holidays.

Examples of public holidays in Nigeria include Independence Day, Labor Day, and Christmas. Federal or state law establishes these holidays. They may differ from region to region.

As the New Year starts, note these holidays and plan accordingly. Public holidays are important for family and social events. Enjoy them with loved ones.

Nigeria Public holidays 2023

Full List of Nigeria Public Holidays 2023

There are at least 16 other public holidays that Nigerians can look forward to in 2023. These include:

  1. Sunday, January 1 – New Year’s Day
  2. Monday, January 2 – New Year’s Day Holiday (the federal government declared Monday the public holiday because New Year Day falls on Sunday)
  3. Friday, April 7 – Good Friday, which is a Christian holiday that marks the day of Jesus’ crucifixion
  4. Monday, April 10 – Easter, which is the Monday following Easter Sunday
  5. Saturday, April 22 – Eid-el Filtri, which is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of the month of Ramadan
  6. Sunday, April 23- Eid-el Filtri
  7. Monday, May 1 – Labour Day/Workers’ Day, which is celebrated on May 1 to honor the contributions and achievements of workers
  8. May 27 – Children’s Day (Public Holiday for Schools and Children only), which is celebrated on May 27 to recognize the rights and well-being of children
  9. Monday, June 12 – Democracy Day, which is celebrated on June 12 to mark the restoration of democracy in Nigeria.
  10. Thursday, June 29 – Eid el Kabir
  11. Friday, June 30 – Eid el Kabir
  12. Wednesday, September 27 – Eid el Maulud
  13. Sunday, October 1 – Independence Day (National Day)
  14. Monday, October 2 -Holiday (Because Independence Day falls on Sunday), Independence Day, which is celebrated on October 1 to mark Nigeria’s independence from British colonial rule
  15. Monday, December 25 – Christmas Day, which is celebrated on December 25 to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ
  16. Tuesday, December 26 – Boxing Day, which is a public holiday in Nigeria that is celebrated on December 26

Knowing the dates of these public holidays can help you plan your calendar and make the most of the time off. It is important to note that these public holidays may vary depending on the state or region in which you live. It is always a good idea to check with local authorities or your employer to confirm the public holidays that will be observed in your area.

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