Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has declared Friday, October 4, 2024, as a work-free day ahead of the October 5 local government election in the state.
Alia made the declaration in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, on Thursday, October 3.
The governor said the work-free day would allow the electorate to travel to their respective local government areas to exercise their franchise.
He emphasised the importance of active participation in the electoral process and encouraged all citizens to take advantage of the work-free day to exercise their civic duty.
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Alia expressed confidence that with the right commitment and participation, the election would be conducted smoothly and fairly.
The governor further urged all public and private sector organisations to support the initiative by allowing their employees to do likewise.
He enjoined the people of Benue State to prioritise peaceful conduct and collaboration during the election, reinforcing the need for unity and cooperation among all parties involved.
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