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Id el Kabir 2025 in Nigeria

On Eid al-Adha, Muslims demonstrate their obedience to Allah by sacrificing an animal. The holiday is inspired by a story from the Quran that is also known to Christians and Jews.

Is Id el Kabir a Public Holiday?

Id el Kabir is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2025, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.

Sheep are among the animals sacrificed on Eid al-Adha.

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Id el Kabir Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019MonAug 12Id el KabirPublic Holiday
2020FriJul 31Id el KabirPublic Holiday
2021TueJul 20Id el KabirPublic Holiday
2022SatJul 9Id el KabirPublic Holiday
2023WedJun 28Id el KabirPublic Holiday
2024SunJun 16Id el KabirPublic Holiday
2025SatJun 7Id el Kabir (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2026WedMay 27Id el Kabir (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2027MonMay 17Id el Kabir (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2028SatMay 6Id el Kabir (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2029WedApr 25Id el Kabir (Tentative Date)Public Holiday

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