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when is ileya 2022 in nigeria ?

### When is Ileya 2022 in Nigeria?

For individuals in Nigeria and worldwide, understanding the celebration dates for Ileya, also known as Eid el Kabir or Id el Kabir, holds significant importance, particularly within the Muslim community. Ileya celebrates the end of the Hajj pilgrimage. This spiritual and cultural festival is deeply rooted in the Islamic faith, marking the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to comply with God’s command to sacrifice his son, Ishmael, an act that mirrors the readiness to make a similar sacrifice.

In 2022, as per the precise lunar-based Islamic calendar, Ileya or Eid el Kabir is set to be celebrated on **Friday, July 8, 2022**, starting the evening before, on July 7. This date commences the celebration of Ileya, marking the 10th day of Dhul-Hijjah in the Islamic lunar calendar.

### Ileya Observations in Nigeria

As an important public and religious holiday in the predominantly Muslim regions of Nigeria, Ileya involves large congregational prayers, significant familial and communal feasts, and the sacrifice of livestock to be shared among family, friends, and the less fortunate. Given its significance, communities often arrange extra safety measures and traffic arrangements to manage large crowds, particularly in and around mosques as worshippers gather.

### Preparations and Celebrations

Typical preparations can include cooking, cleaning, purchasing new clothes (especially for children), gifts exchanging, and charitable acts. Non-Muslims may also participate in the celebrations, often through social visits and offering greetings of “Barka Da Sulaimanai” to Muslim friends and colleagues.

### Public and School Holidays

In terms of official holidays, **Friday, July 8, 2022**, is observed as a public holiday in certain states of Nigeria that recognize the day. Depending on the region and local practices, some states extended the holiday to the following day to ensure a meaningful celebration. The Nigeria Labour Congress also confirmed that many employees received this day off work as mandated by the Public Officers (Conditions of Service) Rules.

### Final Notes on Holiday Celebrations

While the religious observance is generally the first day of Dhul-Hijjah, the actual public and school holiday schedules are subject to administrative announcements from the Federal Ministry of Internal Affairs and the states. It’s important to stay updated through official announcements, especially with preparations for the upcoming festivities.

For more detailed information about the significance and observance of Ileya from a cultural, religious, and historical perspective, communities often hold programs, workshops, and talks leading up to the event to enrich everyone’s understanding and participation in these important religious and cultural celebrations.