LG Elections: Lagos announces restriction Movement

By Dayo Badmus,

The Lagos State Government has announced restriction of movement across the State.

This will take effect between the hours of 8a.m and 3p.m on Saturday, 24th July, 2021.

A statement by the State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, said that the restriction is to enable the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) conduct hitch-free elections

The election into positions of Chairmen and Councillors in all the 57 Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas.

It reads, “The restriction will facilitate the ease of movement of the electorate, election materials and LASIEC officials for the sanctity of the election, effective monitoring and enhanced security.

“All eligible voters are urged to participate in the elections, which require the cooperation of all residents.”