Business Days in 🇳🇬 Nigeria
Weekend pattern, public holidays, and business day calculator for Nigeria.
In Nigeria, business days are Monday through Friday. Weekends fall on Sat–Sun. Public holidays are excluded by default.
Weekend schedule
Nigeria observes a Sat–Sun weekend. This means Saturday and Sunday are non-working days, while Monday through Friday are standard business days.
Public holidays in Nigeria (2026)
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day |
| 2026-04-03 | Good Friday |
| 2026-04-06 | Easter Monday |
| 2026-05-01 | Workers' Day |
| 2026-05-27 | Children's Day |
| 2026-06-12 | Democracy Day |
| 2026-10-01 | National Day |
| 2026-11-01 | National Youth Day |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day |
| 2026-12-28 | Boxing Day |
Public holidays in Nigeria (2027)
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2027-01-01 | New Year's Day |
| 2027-03-26 | Good Friday |
| 2027-03-29 | Easter Monday |
| 2027-05-03 | Workers' Day |
| 2027-05-27 | Children's Day |
| 2027-06-12 | Democracy Day |
| 2027-10-01 | National Day |
| 2027-11-01 | National Youth Day |
| 2027-12-27 | Christmas Day |
| 2027-12-27 | Boxing Day |
Frequently asked questions
What are the business days in Nigeria?
Business days in Nigeria are typically Monday through Friday. Weekends are Sat–Sun.
Are public holidays included in business days in Nigeria?
No. National public holidays are excluded by default. The table below shows the public holidays for 2026 and 2027.