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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.