The Edo State Government has declared Friday, September 20 as work-free day to enable workers and other electorate travel to their respective communities to exercise their voting franchise during the Saturday, September 21, 2024 governorship election in the state.
Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Joseph Eboigbe, in a statement reassured that security measures had been provided to ensure a free, fair and credible election across the state.
“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 electorate 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,” the statement read.