-Deborah Akinyosoye
The Ogun State Government has announced Friday, November 15, will be a work-free day for all civil servants in the state.
This directive was issued in a circular on Thursday by the Head of Service, Kehinde Onasanya.
Governor Dapo Abiodun approved the holiday to encourage full participation of civil servants in the local government elections on Saturday, November 16, across the 20 local government areas and 237 wards.
The statement added: “The work-free day aims to ensure active participation in the electoral process, allowing citizens to exercise their civic duties without hindrance. This move demonstrates Governor Abiodun’s commitment to promoting democratic participation and civic engagement in Ogun State.
“This decision aligns with Governor Abiodun’s efforts to prioritize the welfare and participation of citizens in democratic processes.”
The statement partly reads: “The Bureau of Service Matters, Office of the Head of Service, has announced that the @OGSG_Official has approved Friday, November 15, 2024, as a work-free day for civil and public servants.
“This directive, approved by His Excellency, Governor @DapoAbiodunCON, is intended to give workers the opportunity to travel to their respective local government areas to participate in the local government election scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024.
“This initiative underscores the administration’s dedication to fostering inclusiveness and participatory democracy. Permanent Secretaries and heads of government agencies have been advised to ensure compliance with this directive”.