What is the date of Islamic New Year in 2024?
Islamic New Year Day is on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 in Nigeria.
Brief Information
- This year:Tuesday, July 16, 2024
- Next year:Friday, June 27, 2025
- Last year:Tuesday, July 16, 2024
- Type:Regional Holiday
Islamic New Year 2024 in Nigeria
Islamic New Year Day, which is observed on July 16, signifies the commencement of the year in the Gregorian calendar and it's a Regional Holiday in many countries.
Is Islamic New Year a Regional Holiday in Nigeria?
Yes, Islamic New Year is a Regional Holiday in Nigeria. A regional holiday is a day off designated by a specific region or local jurisdiction within a country. Unlike national holidays, which are observed nationwide, regional holidays are specific to a particular area or state. These holidays may be based on local traditions, historical events, or cultural significance relevant to that specific region. As a result, the observance of regional holidays can vary from one area to another within a country.
New Year Observances days
| Year | Day | Date | Holiday Name | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Tuesday | September 11 | Islamic New Year | Jiagawa, Kano, Osun, Oyo |
| 2020 | Thursday | August 20 | Islamic New Year | Several states |
| 2020 | Friday | August 21 | Islamic New Year | Sokoto, Zamfara |
| 2021 | Monday | August 09 | Islamic New Year | Several states |
| 2021 | Tuesday | August 10 | Islamic New Year | Oyo, Sokoto |
| 2022 | Friday | July 29 | Islamic New Year | Osun |
| 2022 | Monday | August 01 | Islamic New Year | Several states |
| 2025 | Friday | June 27 | Islamic New Year | Several states |
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:₦