Soludo Declares Friday Work-Free Ahead Of Anambra Governorship Election

Soludo Declares Friday Work-Free For Civil Servants Ahead Of Anambra Governorship Election
Police deploy tactical teams, drones, and helicopters for security.
Authorities promise peaceful and credible polls across all 21 councils.

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has declared Friday a work-free day for all civil servants in Anambra State to enable them to participate in the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday in Awka by the Head of Service, Theodora Igwegbe, who said the governor approved the decision to allow civil servants travel to their respective communities for the poll.

“The work-free day was approved by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to enable civil servants to travel to their respective locations to participate in the election,” she said.

Igwegbe described the move as part of the government’s effort to encourage civic participation among public workers, adding that participation in elections remains a vital contribution to good governance and democracy. She further directed all political appointees, permanent secretaries, and heads of ministries, departments and agencies to inform their staff and ensure full compliance with the directive.

The election is expected to take place across the 21 local government areas of Anambra State, with heightened security measures already in place to ensure a peaceful and credible process.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer in Anambra, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, tactical teams, helicopters, and drones have been deployed across the state as part of an operational plan approved by the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

Ikenga noted that the deployment aims to boost confidence and maintain public safety before, during, and after the election. He said the strategy reflects the police’s commitment to ensuring a hitch-free election through collaboration with other security agencies.

The Commissioner of Police in Anambra, Ikioye Orutugu, commended the Inspector-General for his support and commitment to maintaining peace and order in the state.