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2025 Public Holidays In Nigeria: Full List And Tentative Dates

By Gideon Ayeni

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Nigerians can look forward to a series of public holidays in 2025, covering religious, national, and cultural observances in Nigeria

The 2025 public holidays in Nigeria provide moments for celebration, reflection, and unity across the country. Below is the comprehensive list of public holidays for the year 2025 that is observable across the country:

New Year’s Day: Wednesday, January 1

Eid al-Fitr: Sunday, March 30, and Monday, March 31 (Tentative Dates)

Good Friday: Friday, April 18

Easter Monday: Monday, April 21

Workers’ Day: Thursday, May 1

Eid al-Adha: Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7 (Tentative Dates)

Democracy Day: Thursday, June 12

Eid-el-Maulud (The Prophet’s Birthday): Thursday, September 4 (Tentative Date)

Independence Day: Wednesday, October 1

Christmas Day: Thursday, December 25

Boxing Day: Friday, December 26

Islamic holidays, including Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and Eid-el-Maulud, follow the lunar calendar. As such, their dates are tentative and subject to confirmation based on moon sightings.

The 2025 public holidays not only allow for rest and reflection but also offer an opportunity to honor Nigeria’s rich heritage and diverse cultures. Citizens are advised to monitor official announcements closer to the dates to accommodate any adjustments, particularly for the tentative holidays.
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