National Day is a public holiday in Nigeria, observed on October 1, 2026. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayNational Day
Local NameNational Day
DateOctober 1, 2026
CountryNG flag Nigeria
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is National Day in Nigeria?
National Day falls on October 1, 2026 in Nigeria.
Is National Day a public holiday?
Yes, National Day is an official public holiday in Nigeria. It is observed nationwide.
What is National Day called locally?
In Nigeria, National Day is known as "National Day".

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DateHolidayType
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2026-04-06 Easter Monday Public
2026-05-01 Workers' Day Public
2026-05-27 Children's Day Public
2026-06-12 Democracy Day Public
2026-10-01 National Day Public
2026-11-01 National Youth Day Public
2026-12-25 Christmas Day Public
2026-12-28 Boxing Day Public
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-04-03 Good Friday Public
2026-04-06 Easter Monday Public
2026-05-01 Workers' Day Public
2026-05-27 Children's Day Public

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