Nigeria’s Federal Government has declared Friday, 22 February as a public holiday, to enable citizens prepare for Saturday’s presidential and parliamentary elections.
Bankers and those offering essential services across the nation, are excluded, according to a statement by the Ministry of Interior.
“The work-free day is to enable citizens return to their polling units for the reschedule Presidential and National Assembly elections.
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“Security agencies have been directed to ensure safety of lives and property before, during and after the general election,” the ministry said.
