Cross River state Governor Bassey Otu, has declared an extended Christmas holiday lasting 14 days for all civil servants in the state.
The holiday period will begin on Wednesday, December 20 and conclude on January 2, 2024.
In an official statement released on Wednesday (today), the governor’s chief press secretary, Emmanuel Ogbeche, clarified that only essential workers will be exempted from this holiday.
Governor Otu thanked the workers for their dedication and hard work throughout the year.
He encouraged them to utilize this opportunity to spend valuable time with their families and also urged them to participate actively in the annual Calabar carnival.
The state governor stressed his government’s dedication to ensuring a high standard and favourable atmosphere for everyone in the region as he extended his warm wishes for a joyful Christmas and a prosperous upcoming year.
