September 2024 Public Holidays In Nigeria (FULL LIST)

September 2024 Public Holidays in Nigeria can be accessed below.

 

NewsOnline Nigeria understands that aside from marking important celebrations, public holidays allow Nigerians to unwind and relax while taking a break from work.

 

The federal government of Nigeria will declare one day as a public holiday in commemoration of the Eid-ul-Maulud celebration.

 

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Nigeria will observe some notable public holidays in September 2024:

 

1. Eid-ul-Maulud: The federal government will declare September 16, 2024, as a public holiday to celebrate Eid-ul-Maulud. This day marks the birth of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, observed during the month of Rabi’ al-Awwal in the Islamic calendar. Schools and businesses will close, allowing for community gatherings and educational events focused on the prophet’s teachings.

 

2. Edo State Governorship Election: The gubernatorial election in Edo State is set for September 21, 2024. To facilitate voter participation, Governor Godwin Obaseki will likely declare September 20, 2024, as a public holiday, providing government employees with time to travel to their voting locations. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reported that a significant number of new Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) have already been collected, indicating strong voter engagement.

 

3. Anambra Local Government Election: Anambra State will hold its local government elections on September 28, 2024. This marks the first local council election in the state in a decade. Governor Charles Soludo’s administration is preparing for the elections, and a public holiday is expected to be announced to encourage voter participation.

 

Other public holidays to be observed in Nigeria in coming months

 

October 1, Nigeria Independence Day: This is a day mapped out by the Government to celebrate the day Nigeria got its independence from Britain as a country.

 

December 25, Christmas Day: This is a day mapped out for Christian faithfuls to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

 

December 26, Boxing Day: This is a holiday celebrated after Christmas day.