Rivers State Governor Declares Public Holidays Ahead of Local Government Council Elections
The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced two public holidays in the state, set to take place on Thursday and Friday. This move is aimed at enabling residents to prepare for the upcoming local government council elections, scheduled to take place on October 5.
According to the Governor, the public holidays were declared to ensure a successful election process. He placed a ban on vehicular movement between 12:00 am on Friday and 5:00 pm on Saturday, citing a need to maintain law and order during the election.
The Governor emphasized that the council poll is in compliance with a Supreme Court judgment, which ordered the conduct of elections in local government councils across the country. He directed the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission to take steps towards conducting the election, and urged residents to conduct themselves peacefully and orderly during the exercise.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara addresses the public during a broadcast on Wednesday, announcing public holidays ahead of the Oct. 5 local government council elections.
The ban on vehicular movement, which is set to commence on Friday, is designed to prevent any disruptions that may arise during the election. The Governor urged security agencies to ensure strict adherence to law and order, and to maintain a secure environment for voters to exercise their rights.
The decision to declare public holidays in Rivers State is seen as a move to ensure that residents are well-prepared for the election, and to minimize any potential disruptions that may arise. As the state prepares for this crucial exercise, residents are expected to take advantage of the public holidays to register, obtain their voter identification cards, and participate in the election process.
By declaring public holidays, Governor Fubara has provided an opportunity for residents to engage in peaceful and orderly activities, and to cast their votes without any fear of disruption. The public holidays are expected to facilitate a smooth and successful election process, and to further strengthen democracy in Rivers State.
