Upcoming Public Holidays and Elections in Nigeria
- Eid-ul-Maulud 2024
- Date: September 16, 2024
- Description: This public holiday celebrates the birth of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. It is observed in Rabi’ al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. On Eid-ul-Maulud, schools and businesses will be closed. The day is marked by celebrations, including parades, decorations, and educational events about the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
- Edo State Governorship Election
- Election Date: September 21, 2024
- Pre-Election Work-Free Day: September 20, 2024
- Description: Governor Godwin Obaseki is expected to declare September 20, 2024, as a work-free day to allow public service workers to travel to their constituencies to vote. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reports that 68.3% of newly issued Permanent Voters’ Cards (PVCs) have been collected in Edo State.
- Anambra Local Government Election
- Election Date: September 28, 2024
- Description: This will be the first local government election in Anambra State in ten years. Governor Charles Soludo’s administration has scheduled the election and preparations are underway. A public holiday is likely to be declared on the election day to facilitate voter participation.
These events reflect significant cultural, political, and administrative activities in Nigeria during September 2024.
