The Rivers State Government has directed all public offices in the state to close early on Friday, August 29, 2025, ahead of the local government elections scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025.
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In a circular issued by the Acting Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Inyingi S. I. Brown, the directive was given on the orders of the state’s Administrator, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, CFR.
According to the circular, all government offices are to close by 12:00 noon on Friday.
The government explained that the decision is to enable public servants to travel and participate in the elections by casting their votes.“All Heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies are requested to bring the content of this circular to the attention of all staff for strict compliance,” the statement read.
The circular reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring civil servants exercise their civic duties during the polls.
