Anambra Governor Declares Public Holiday Ahead of Election Amid Security Concerns

Anambra Governor Charles Soludo has declared a public holiday on Friday, November 7, ahead of the state's governorship election scheduled for Saturday, November 8. The head of service, Theodora Igwegb, announced the decision to allow state workers to travel for the election.

However, security concerns loom as the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, warns against disruption by proscribed groups like IPOB and ESN. Meanwhile, Fabian Ozoigbo, a former presidential candidate, defects to a new party under Bola Tinubu's leadership despite the removal of fuel subsidies in the economy.