Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has declared Friday, November 7, 2025, a work-free day for all civil and public servants to enable them to take part in the state’s governorship election scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025.
The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Thursday, November 6, by the Head of Service, Theodore Igwegbe, who said the governor approved the measure to allow workers sufficient time to travel to their polling locations.
According to Igwegbe, the government recognises the active participation of its workforce in the electoral process as a civic duty and an essential contribution to good governance and democracy in Anambra.
The statement read, “The Anambra State government has graciously approved the declaration of Friday, November 7, 2025, as a work-free day for all civil and public servants in the state.
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“This will afford workers ample time to travel to their respective locations for participation in the Anambra State governorship 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.
“Consequently, all political appointees, permanent secretaries, and heads of ministries, departments, and agencies are hereby requested to bring the contents of this circular to the attention of their staff and ensure full compliance. Please be guided accordingly.”
Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission confirmed that 16 candidates from 16 registered political parties will contest the election, with Governor Soludo of the All Progressives Grand Alliance seeking re-election.