The schedule is intended to help travelers, visa applicants, businesses, students, and other members of the public avoid disruptions to embassy services. Why the Holiday Calendar MattersThousands of Nigerians interact with the United States Mission every week for a wide range of services. Wednesday, November 11 – Veterans Day (United States)Veterans Day honours members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have served in the military. Growing US–Nigeria RelationsThe announcement comes as diplomatic, economic, educational, and security cooperation between Nigeria and the United States continues to deepen. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has released its remaining 2026 holiday closure schedule for the Embassy in Abuja and Consulate in Lagos.