National Day in Nigeria
In 2026, National Day falls on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
Photo by Emmanuel Ikwuegbu on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026
About National Day
National Day in Nigeria commemorates the country's independence from British colonial rule on October 1, 1960. It is a major public holiday marked by patriotic ceremonies, military parades, and cultural performances across the nation. Citizens celebrate this day to reflect on the country's sovereignty and unity.
National Day dates in Nigeria
Observance dates for National Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 Oct 2023 | Sunday | National Day |
| 2024 | 1 Oct 2024 | Tuesday | National Day |
| 2025 | 1 Oct 2025 | Wednesday | National Day |
| 2026This year | 1 Oct 2026 | Thursday | National Day |
| 2027 | 1 Oct 2027 | Friday | National Day |
| 2028 | 1 Oct 2028 | Sunday | National Day |
| 2029 | 1 Oct 2029 | Monday | National Day |
| 2030 | 1 Oct 2030 | Tuesday | National Day |
| 2031 | 1 Oct 2031 | Wednesday | National Day |
1 Oct 2023
Sunday · National Day
1 Oct 2024
Tuesday · National Day
1 Oct 2025
Wednesday · National Day
1 Oct 2026
Thursday · National Day
1 Oct 2027
Friday · National Day
1 Oct 2028
Sunday · National Day
1 Oct 2029
Monday · National Day
1 Oct 2030
Tuesday · National Day
1 Oct 2031
Wednesday · National Day
