Lagos State Governor Lauds Lagosians for Peaceful LG Elections

Lagos state governor, Babajide Olusola SanwoOlu has lauded people of the state for their confidence in his government and for the peaceful conduct of the local Government elections which were held on Saturday July 12, 2025.

The governor urged Lagosinans to keep up the peaceful spirit as his government continues to build the Lagos of our dreams, inclusive, peaceful, and prosperous. Thank you for your trust, your voice, and your votes’

In a signed statement of appreciation to the people of the state, dated Saturday, July 12, 2025, the Lagos state governor, made available to Westafrica BusinessNews, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu said, “I extend my heartfelt appreciation to all Lagosians who came out today to perform their civic duty in the local government elections”

“Your peaceful conduct, sense of responsibility, and turnout across polling units have once again demonstrated the true spirit of Lagos — a State built on participation, progress, and people-centred governance.

He commended the youth, elders, market omen and others, “I commend our youths, elders, market women, artisans, professionals, and all stakeholders who exercised their right to vote with dignity and orderliness.

“You have shown that democracy will continue to shape leadership when the people actively participate in elections. In other words, you reaffirmed that we are truly the “Centre of Excellence”.

He also lauded the security agencies and the electoral officials, “To our security agencies, the media and electoral officials, I say thank you for your professionalism, dedication, and commitment to ensuring a safe and credible process. Your efforts helped make today a success”

“As we await the official results from the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), I urge all candidates and political actors to remain calm, respectful, and law-abiding.

“Together, we have taken another bold step in strengthening democratic governance at the grassroots. That is the Spirit of Lagos! Let us keep this spirit alive as we continue to build the Lagos of our dreams — inclusive, peaceful, and prosperous. Thank you for your trust, your voice, and your votes”