Nigeria Declares Public Holidays for Eid ul-Adha 2026

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid ul-Adha. This announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who stated that the declaration reflects the government's respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims.

Tunji-Ojo conveyed the government's felicitations to the Muslim community in Nigeria and the diaspora, describing Eid ul-Adha as a festival with deep spiritual significance rooted in values of sacrifice and obedience to God. He called on Nigerians to use this period for prayer, sober reflection, and to seek divine guidance for the country as it strives for peace, security, and prosperity for all citizens.

The announcement was signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Magdalen Ajani, and was made in Abuja.