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Long Weekends in 2026 · Nigeria

Make the most of your leaves with these extended breaks

Next long weekend

December Solstice + Sambisa Memorial Day

Sat 19 Dec – Tue 22 Dec 2026

4days off
1 leave needed

Take 1 leave around December Solstice, Sambisa Memorial Day to enjoy a 4-day break (19 Dec – 22 Dec).

Christmas Eve + Christmas Day + Boxing Day

Thu 24 Dec – Sun 27 Dec 2026

4days off
1 leave needed

Take 1 leave around Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day to enjoy a 4-day break (24 Dec – 27 Dec).

New Year's Eve

Thu 31 Dec – Sun 3 Jan 2027

4days off
1 leave needed

Take 1 leave around New Year's Eve to enjoy a 4-day break (31 Dec – 3 Jan).

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1 May (Fri) – 3 May (Sun)

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