Public Holiday Nationwide

Presidential Inauguration Day

Saturday, May 29, 2027

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🏪 What's open

Banks Closed
Government offices Closed
Schools Closed
Shops Varies
Restaurants Varies
Public transit Reduced
Stock market Closed
Post office Closed

📣 Traveler notes

Nigeria is a highly diverse country in equatorial West Africa, known for its large population (216 million people in 2022) and over 250 ethnic groups and 500 languages.

New Year's Day (January 1)
Easter (Good Friday and Easter Monday)
Workers Day (May 1)
Children's Day (May 27)
Democracy Day (May 29)
Show respect to elders and those in authority. When exchanging items, use your right hand. Avoid crossing or jumping over a person’s extended legs. In some areas, greeting elders requires specific gestures of respect (e.g., bowing or prostrating).

About this holiday

Presidential Inauguration Day marks the commencement of a new four-year term for Nigeria's president. The ceremony, which occurs approximately 90–95 days post-election, involves the president taking the oath of office and takes place for every new term, including re-elections.