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Gov Bago declares Two Work-Free Days ahead of Niger LG polls
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has declared Thursday, October 30, and Friday, October 31, 2025, as work-free days across the state to enable citizens to fully participate in the forthcoming Local Government elections scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2025.
In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Abubakar Usman, the work-free days are aimed at giving all eligible voters enough time to return to their various polling units and exercise their franchise.
The SSG also announced that markets, banks, financial institutions, and public offices will remain closed during the period, while the movement of persons and vehicles will be restricted, except for those on essential duties.
“Government is encouraging citizens to come out en masse and perform their civic responsibilities on Saturday, 1st November, 2025. This election provides yet another opportunity for Nigerlites to elect capable leaders who will champion development and represent our collective interests at the grassroots level,” the statement read.
He further revealed that Governor Bago has directed all security agencies in the state to ensure that the elections are conducted peacefully and orderly, reaffirming the government’s commitment to providing a safe and hitch-free electoral process.
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