Public Holidays and Observances in Nigeria in 2023

Public Holidays and Observances in Nigeria in 2023 – Complete List of Public Holidays and Observances in Nigeria in 2023 can be accessed below.

As we begin the New Year 2023, it is important to note the various public holidays that will be observed in Nigeria throughout the year. The federal government declares certain days as public holidays through the Ministry of Interior, which means that schools, businesses, banks, and government offices are closed on these days. As a result, the day after New Year’s Day, Monday, January 2, will be a public holiday in Nigeria.

This page contains Nigeria’s calendar of all 2023 public holidays. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates.

In this article, we also considered the fact that this year is the country’s Presidential Election which automatically makes the day (25th February 2023) a public holiday as all eligible citizens go out to exercise their Franchise.

About Public Holidays

In Nigeria, a public holiday is a day that is set aside by the government for all citizens to celebrate or observe. Public holidays are usually marked by the suspension of work, school, and other activities, and they may be accompanied by various cultural or religious events or ceremonies. Some examples of public holidays in Nigeria include Independence Day, Labor Day, and Christmas. These holidays are typically established by federal or state law, and they may vary from one region of the country to another.

Public Holidays and Observances in Nigeria in 2023

Date		Name	Type	Details
1 Jan	Sunday	New Year’s Day	Public Holiday
3 Jan	Tuesday	Day off for New Year’s Day	Public Holiday
14 Feb	Tuesday	Valentine’s Day	Observance
22 Feb	Wednesday	Ash Wednesday	Observance, Christian
25 Feb	Saturday	Presidential and National Assembly Elections	Public Holiday
8 Mar	Wednesday	Women’s Day	Observance
19 Mar	Sunday	Mothering Sunday	Observance
20 Mar	Monday	March Equinox	Season
7 Apr	Friday	Good Friday	Public Holiday
8 Apr	Saturday	Holy Saturday	Observance, Christian
9 Apr	Sunday	Easter Sunday	Observance, Christian
10 Apr	Monday	Easter Monday	Public Holiday
22 Apr	Saturday	Id el Fitr (Tentative Date)	Public Holiday
23 Apr	Sunday	Id el Fitr holiday (Tentative Date)	Public Holiday
1 May	Monday	Workers’ Day	Public Holiday
27 May	Friday	Children’s Day	Observance
12 Jun	Monday	Democracy Day	Public Holiday
18 Jun	Sunday	Father’s Day	Observance
21 Jun	Wednesday	June Solstice	Season
29 June	Thursday	Id el Kabir (Tentative Date)	Public Holiday
30 June	Monday	Id el Kabir additional holiday (Tentative Date)	Public Holiday
20 Aug	Sunday	Isese Day	Local holiday	Osun
23 Sep	Saturday	September Equinox	Season
27 Sep	Saturday	Id el Maulud (Tentative Date)	Public Holiday
1-2 Oct	Sunday/Monday	National Day	Public Holiday
21 Dec	Thursday	December Solstice	Season
22 Dec	Friday	Sambisa Memorial Day	Local holiday	Borno
24 Dec	Sunday	Christmas Eve	Observance, Christian
25 Dec	Monday	Christmas Day	Public Holiday
26 Dec	Tuesday	Boxing Day	Public Holiday
31 Dec	Sunday	New Year’s Eve	Public Holiday

Knowing the dates of these public holidays can assist you in planning your calendar and making the most of your vacation time. It is important to note that these public holidays may differ depending on your state or region of residence. It is always a good idea to confirm the public holidays that will be observed in your area with local authorities or your employer.