Ahead of the Anambra State gubernatorial election scheduled for November 8, 2025, Governor Prof. Chukwuma Soludo declared Friday, November 7, 2025 as a day off from work for all public servants in the state.
In a press statement issued on Thursday, the Chief of Service, Theodore Igwegbe, said the governor approved the day off to allow workers enough time to travel to their respective places to participate in the elections.
Igwegbe noted that the state government views the active participation of its workforce in the electoral process as a “civic responsibility” and a vital contribution to good governance and the development of democracy in the state.
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The statement read in part:
“The Anambra State Government has kindly approved the declaration of Friday, November 7, 2025 as a day off from work for all public servants in the state.
“This will provide workers with sufficient time to travel to their respective locations to participate in the Anambra State gubernatorial election scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025.
“The state government views the active participation of its workforce in the electoral process as a civic responsibility and a vital contribution to good governance and the development of democracy in the state.
“Accordingly, all political appointees, permanent secretaries and heads of ministries, departments and agencies are requested to inform their staff of the contents of this circular and ensure its full compliance. Please follow the relevant guidance.”
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