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What is the date of New Year's Day (in lieu) in 2024?

New Year's Day (in lieu) Day is on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 in Nigeria.

Brief Information

  • This year:Tuesday, August 27, 2024
  • Next year:Tuesday, August 27, 2024
  • Last year:Monday, January 2, 2023
  • Type:National Holiday

Holidays in Nigeria in 2024

Holidays in Nigeria in 2025

New Year's Day (in lieu) 2024 in Nigeria

New Year's Day (in lieu) Day, which is observed on August 27, signifies the commencement of the year in the Gregorian calendar and it's a National Holiday in many countries.

Is New Year's Day (in lieu) a National Holiday in Nigeria?

Yes, New Year's Day (in lieu) is a National Holiday in Nigeria. A national holiday is a day designated by a country's government as a day of celebration or commemoration, during which public institutions, schools, and businesses may be closed. These holidays often hold cultural, historical, or religious significance and are observed by the entire nation.

New Year Observances days

YearDayDateHoliday NameComments
2022MondayJanuary 03New Year's Day (in lieu)
2023MondayJanuary 02New Year's Day (in lieu)

National Language of Nigeria

  • Name:English
  • Native:English
  • Code:en

Country Information of Nigeria

  • Name:Nigeria
  • Capital:Abuja
  • Country Code:NG
  • Emoji:🇳🇬
  • Phone code:234
  • Unicode:U+1F1F3 U+1F1EC
  • Currency:NGN
  • Currency Symbol:₦