Nigerian commercial banks and other financial institutions branches nationwide will be closed on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

This is in observance of this year’s (2024) Independence Day celebration, as announced by the federal government.

FG announces public holiday

Legit.ng reported that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led federal government declared Tuesday, October 1, a public holiday to commemorate the Nation’s 64th Independence Anniversary.

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the federal government.

Magdalene Ajan, permanent secretary in the Ministry of Interior, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, September 28.

Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on Nigeria's 64th Independence anniversary.

He urged the people to remain steadfast in nation-building and wished Nigerians a Happy Independence Day Anniversary.

“Aligning himself with the theme for the Anniversary, the Minister reiterated the need for Nigerians to reflect on the labour of our heroes past and be inspired for the tasks ahead, realizing that a Nigeria of our dream can only be built when we unite.

“While wishing Nigerians a Happy Independence Day Anniversary, Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged the citizens to continue to be steadfast in nation-building.”

Bank informs customers of changes Nigerian banks have sent out email and social media messages to announce the operation change. One of the banks Wema, told its customers:

"This is to notify you that our branches will be closed for the independence day holiday on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, and will resume regular operations on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. We encourage you to take advantage of our alternative banking channels for your financial needs during this period."

However, Zenith Bank will be open on Tuesday but only till 2 pm.

Zenith Bank message to customers reads:

"Dear Valued Customer, Please be informed that our branches nationwide will be open to customers during the following hours: Friday, September 27, 2024: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Monday, September 30, 2024: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM "

These early closures are due to routine maintenance of our Information Technology infrastructure.

"We encourage you to register on our secure and robust digital channels to conveniently perform transactions 24/7. Thank you for banking with us."

Other banks will communicate the operational changes directly to their customers.