Eid al-Adha Holiday in 🇳🇬 Nigeria
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Eid al-Adha Holiday in Nigeria
Nigeria observes Eid al-Adha as a national holiday; the Kano and Argungu durbar festivals feature the Emir and his entourage on elaborately decorated horses—a spectacular display of Hausa-Fulani royalty unique to northern Nigeria.
About Eid al-Adha Holiday
Additional public holiday extending Eid al-Adha celebrations — the Islamic Festival of Sacrifice — beyond the main feast day, observed with continued family gatherings and festivities.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | June 17 | Monday |
| 2025 | June 7 | Saturday |
| 2026 | May 29 | Friday |
| 2027 | May 18 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | May 7 | Sunday |
| 2029 | April 26 | Thursday |
| 2030 | April 15 | Monday |