Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has showered encomium on residents for turning out to vote within the native authorities elections held throughout the state on Saturday.
Sanwo-Olu, in an announcement shared on his official X (previously Twitter) deal with, expressed appreciation to Lagosians for what he described as a peaceable and orderly electoral course of.
He acknowledged the varied participation of youths, elders, market girls, artisans, and professionals, noting that their conduct mirrored the participatory spirit of the state.
“Your peaceable conduct, sense of accountability, and turnout throughout polling models has as soon as once more demonstrated the true spirit of Lagos,” the governor mentioned.
Sanwo-Olu additionally thanked safety businesses, electoral officers, and the media for his or her function in managing the train. In accordance with him, their professionalism contributed to the orderly nature of the method.
Because the Lagos State Unbiased Electoral Fee (LASIEC) prepares to announce the official outcomes, the governor urged candidates and political stakeholders to stay calm and cling to the rule of regulation.
He described the election as “one other daring step in strengthening democratic governance on the grassroots,” and inspired residents to maintain what he known as “the Spirit of Lagos” in future civic engagement.
Sanwo-Olu concluded by reiterating his administration’s dedication to constructing an inclusive and peaceable state.