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🇳🇬 Sambisa Memorial Day in Nigeria
Commemorates the capture of Sambisa Forest from Boko Haram
Date in Nigeria
December 22
Instituted2016
A day to remember the victims of Boko Haram insurgency.
December 22 is designated as Sambisa Memorial Day in Borno State, observed as a public holiday. This day serves to mourn the victims of Boko Haram insurgents, honor the Nigerian Military's achievements, and remember the fallen soldiers and volunteers who bravely sacrificed their lives in the fight against Boko Haram in various regions of Borno State since 2009.
How Sambisa Memorial Day is observed in Nigeria
Historical significance
Established to honor the victims and survivors of the Sambisa forest massacre.
Public life in Nigeria
BanksClosed
SchoolsClosed
Government officesClosed
Calendar & celebration
Calendar systems
Gregorian