The Digest:
Ahead of the Lagos Local Government elections on July 12, 2025, the police have announced restrictions on vehicular movement from 3 am to 3 pm. This action is part of enhanced security measures aimed at ensuring a peaceful and orderly election.
Key Points:
- Police will deploy personnel across Lagos to ensure the safety of the LG polls.
- Movement of all vehicles, except those for essential services, is banned from 3 am to 3 pm.
- Only ambulances, fire trucks, and ICCES security patrol vans can operate on the roads.
- Medical workers, LASIEC officials, and accredited journalists are exempt from the movement ban.
- No vehicles will be allowed near polling units or collation centers, except those with special accreditation.
- Individuals without official LASIEC accreditation tags will not be permitted in election areas.
- Anyone caught without proper identification will face investigation and prosecution under the Electoral Act.
Summary/Conclusion:
The Lagos State Police have enforced a strict movement restriction to maintain order during the LG elections. Only essential personnel with appropriate accreditation will be allowed access to polling units.
Sources: Lagos Police Spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, LASIEC
