BREAKING: State Government declares Oct 30, 31 work-free days

Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has declared Thursday, October 30, and Friday, October 31, 2025, as work-free days throughout the state.

This decision aims to enable citizens to fully participate in the upcoming Local Government Elections scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2025.

In a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Abubakar Usman, it was emphasized that these work-free days will provide all eligible voters the opportunity to visit their respective polling units and cast their votes.

The Secretary also announced that markets, banks, financial institutions, and public offices will remain closed during this period. Movement of individuals and vehicles will be restricted, except for those on essential duties.

According to the SSG, “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.”

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He further disclosed that Governor Umaru Bago has directed all security agencies in the State to ensure that the elections are conducted in a peaceful and orderly manner, reaffirming the government’s commitment to guaranteeing a safe and hitch-free electoral process.