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Independence Day 2026
Independence Day is a public holiday in Nigeria, observed on Thursday, Oct 1, 2026.
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- Public holiday
- Date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Day of week
- Thursday
- Day off
- Yes
Independence Day stands alone — no weekend on either side. Take 1 day of leave (Oct 2) for 4 consecutive days off. All long weekends in Nigeria 2026 →
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