Full list: Public holidays Nigerians will observe in 2025

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As the government’s policies and reforms take shape, 2025 is expected to bring new opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals.

Based on a search by legit, Nigerians will observe some public holidays and special days in the new year.

Here are the public holidays in Nigeria for the year 2025:

New Year Holiday

The New Year holiday was celebrated on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, marking the beginning of a new year.

Eid-el-Fitr

Monday, March 31, and Tuesday, April 1, 2025 (subject to the sighting of the moon), mark the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting.

Easter Holidays

• Good Friday: Friday, April 18, 2025, is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
• Easter Monday and Monday: April 20 and 21, 2025, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

International Workers Day

Thursday, May 1, 2025, also known as Labour Day or May Day, commemorates the struggles and sacrifices of workers.

Democracy Day

Wednesday, June 12, 2024, celebrates Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999.

Eid-el-Kabir

Saturday and Sunday, June 7 and 8, 2025 (subject to the sighting of the moon), marks the completion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.

Eid-el-Maulud

Monday, September 5, 2025, commemorates the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad.

Nigeria Independence Day

Wednesday, October 1, 2025, celebrates Nigeria’s independence from British colonial rule.

• Christmas Day: Thursday, December 25, 2025, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.
• Boxing Day: Friday, December 26, 2025, traditionally celebrated in Great Britain and some Commonwealth countries.

Other important dates in 2024 include:

Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday

Friday, February 14, 2025, marks Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday, March 4, 2025.

International Women’s Day

Saturday, March 8, 2025, celebrates women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements.

Children’s Day

Tuesday, May 27, 2025, is a public holiday for primary and secondary school children.

Isese Day

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