BREAKING: Full List of Public Holidays and Other Important Days Nigerians Will Observe in 2025

As the world welcomes the year 2025, Nigeria is poised to continue its journey of growth and development.

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

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
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 Holidays

Other important dates in 2024 include:

Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday
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

Some states in Southwest Nigeria may declare a public holiday to commemorate Isese Day, celebrating Yoruba culture and traditions.