Nigeria Public Holidays 2026
The full 2026 public holiday calendar for Nigeria: exact dates, weekdays, and the long weekends worth booking a trip around.
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Start planning with TriplyThis is the complete Nigeria public holiday calendar for 2026. Nigeria has 10 public holidays in 2026, including 6 long weekends: public holidays that fall on a Monday or Friday, perfect for a short trip. Every date below shows the day of the week so you can plan around it.
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in Nigeria in 2026?
Nigeria has 10 public holidays in 2026. The first is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The calendar above lists every date, grouped by month with the day of the week.
How many long weekends does Nigeria have in 2026?
Nigeria has 6 long weekends in 2026 in this view: public holidays that land on a Monday or Friday. Tap “Long weekends only” to see just those dates.
When is the next public holiday in Nigeria?
The first 2026 public holiday in Nigeria is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The full month-by-month calendar is shown above.