Niger Declares Two-Day Public Holiday Ahead Of LG Elections

The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has declared Thursday, October 30, and Friday, October 31, 2025, as public holidays ahead of the state’s local government elections scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2025.

The announcement was contained in a statement released on Tuesday by the Information Officer in the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Tanko Lawal, who noted that the directive was issued by the SSG, Abubakar Usman.

According to the statement, the two-day work-free period is intended to allow eligible voters ample time to travel to their polling units and participate in the election. “Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has declared Thursday, 30th, and Friday, 31st October, 2025, as state-wide work-free days to enable citizens across the state to fully participate in the forthcoming Local Government Elections on Saturday, 1st November, 2025,” it read.

The SSG further stated that markets, banks, financial institutions, and government offices would remain closed during the holidays, while movement of persons and vehicles would be restricted except for those on essential duties.

“Government is encouraging citizens to come out en masse and perform their civic responsibilities on Saturday, 1st November, 2025. This election provides yet another opportunity for Nigerlites to elect capable leaders who will champion development and represent our collective interests at the grassroots level,” Usman added.

Governor Bago also directed all security agencies in the state to ensure that the elections are conducted peacefully and orderly, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to a safe and transparent electoral process.


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