Enugu Govt Fixes Date For Local Govt Election, Declares Work-free Day

The Enugu State Government has fixed Wednesday, February 23, to conduct its Local Government elections across the state.

BONA NAIJA reports that this was made known in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information, Steve Oruruo.

The state government also declared Wednesday a work-free day to enable residents participate in the exercise.

“The Enugu State Government (ENSG) wishes to notify the public that Local Government elections will hold on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, across the state,” the statement reads.

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“Consequently, the Government has declared a statewide work free day on Wednesday, February 23, from 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. to allow the people exercise their constitutional suffrage.

“During this period, markets and offices shall be closed and movement of persons and vehicles restricted, except for those on essential duties.

“All residents legally qualified to vote are therefore encouraged to go to the polls and cast their ballots.

“The State Government, in its unflinching commitment to safeguarding and strengthening our democracy, has made requisite arrangements to guarantee a hitch-free process.”