Nigeria Public Holidays 2027
In 2027, there are 16 public holidays across Nigeria. The first falls on January 1, 2027 (New Year's Day) and the last on December 26, 2027 (Boxing Day). Of these, 7 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2027 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Id el Fitr | March 9, 2027 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Easter Monday | March 29, 2027 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Worker's Day | May 1, 2027 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Worker's Day (substitute day) | May 3, 2027 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Id el Kabir | May 16, 2027 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Children's Day | May 27, 2027 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Islamic New Year | June 6, 2027 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Democracy Day | June 12, 2027 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Democracy Day (substitute day) | June 14, 2027 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | August 14, 2027 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Independence Day | October 1, 2027 | Friday | Public holiday |
| National Youth Day | November 1, 2027 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2027 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Boxing Day | December 26, 2027 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
May is the densest month for holidays, which tends to shape travel and shopping patterns. Use the table below to see each 2027 holiday in Nigeria, when it happens and which day of the week it lands on. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Nigeria have in 2027?
Nigeria has 16 national public holidays in 2027. The first is New Year's Day on January 1, 2027 and the last is Boxing Day on December 26, 2027.
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Nigeria?
The first public holiday of 2027 is New Year's Day, which falls on January 1, 2027, a Friday.
When is New Year celebrated in Nigeria in 2027?
In 2027, New Year's Day in Nigeria is on January 1, 2027, a Friday.
Are regional holidays included for Nigeria?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Nigeria are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Nigeria
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Nigeria public holiday calendar across years: