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Edo Declares Friday as Work Free Day Ahead of Governorship Election

Benita OrumabyBenita Oruma
September 19, 2024
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Edo Declares Friday as Work Free Day Ahead of Governorship Election
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The Edo State Government has declared Friday, September 20 as work-free in the State. This is in anticipation of the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, September 21st, 2024.

The government announced that the holiday is to enable workers, as well as other electorates, to travel to their respective voting areas.

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What They Are Saying

The holiday was announced by the Secretary to the Edo State Government, Joseph Eboigbe in a statement issued in Benin City, the state capital. He also gave reassurance that security measures had been implemented to ensure a free, fair, and credible elections.

“It is hereby announced for the information of the general public that the Edo State Government has declared Friday, September 20, a work-free day in Edo State.

“This is to enable workers and other electorates to travel to their voting areas ahead of the September 21 governorship election in the State.

“Government wishes everyone journey mercies and reassures that security measures have been provided to ensure a free, fair, and credible election,” he said.

Why It Matters

The Edo State Governorship election has garnered significant attention leading up to the event. As election day approaches, residents of Edo State are encouraged to vote for their preferred candidate. The government has declared a holiday to incentivize voter participation in this year’s election.

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Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma is a lawyer in training, a 400 level student in the university of Ibadan. She is a content writer with interest in corporate affairs and the marketplace.

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