Day of Mourning for President Muhammadu Buhari
Nationwide public holiday in Nigeria National day
Dates
| Year | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Tuesday 15 July 2025 | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Nigeria.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
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Typical weather in Abuja around 15 July: high 28°C (83°F), low 22°C (71°F), rain on 84% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Abuja. Past averages, not a forecast.
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About Day of Mourning for President Muhammadu Buhari
This one-off public holiday was declared in Nigeria as a day of national mourning following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2025. Buhari led Nigeria as military head of state in the 1980s and later served two elected terms as president from 2015 to 2023.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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