Gov Fubara Declares Thursday and Friday Public Holidays Ahead of Rivers LGA Election: Here is What You Need to Know

Governor Fubara of Rivers State has declared Thursday and Friday as public holidays in anticipation of the Local Government Area (LGA) elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. This move is intended to facilitate a smooth electoral process by allowing residents ample time to participate in the election without the constraints of regular work schedules.

The decision to declare these public holidays reflects Governor Fubara’s commitment to ensuring that the LGA elections proceed as planned, despite legal and political challenges from opposition parties like the All Progressives Congress (APC), which has criticized the administration’s approach to the elections. The APC, led by Chief Tony Okocha, has accused the Governor of governing with impunity and has vowed to oppose the elections, arguing they represent an overreach of power and a disregard for due process.

Despite these contentions, Governor Fubara has assured fairness and transparency in the electoral process, emphasizing that all political parties will have an equal opportunity to participate. This assurance comes in the context of ongoing political tensions in Rivers State, where governance and electoral processes have been subjects of public and legal scrutiny.

The declaration of public holidays and the conduct of the LGA elections underscore a significant moment in Rivers State’s political calendar, aimed at fostering local governance but also spotlighting the broader political dynamics at play within the state.