Id el Maulud
Nationwide public holiday in Nigeria
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 August | Wednesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 15 August | Sunday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 16 August | Monday | Id el Maulud (observed)Estimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced Observed day off for Id el Maulud (Sun 15 Aug) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
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.
Make it longer
Sat 14 Aug – Mon 16 Aug is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Abuja around 15 August: high 28°C (82°F), low 22°C (71°F), rain on 86% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Abuja. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 15 August in Abuja: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.