Countdown Begins: LASIEC Rolls Out Full Details For Lagos Council Polls With 13,325 Voting Centers

Residents of Lagos State are expected to turn out in large numbers on Saturday, July 12, 2025, to fulfill their civic duty by voting for candidates of their choice in the highly anticipated council elections. The poll is shaping up to be a pivotal event, likely to influence the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has confirmed that elections will take place across 13,325 polling units, spanning 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs).

Tight Security, Clear Guidelines, and Special Provisions

Voting is scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. and conclude at 3:00 p.m. Security has been tightened, with a minimum of four officers deployed to each polling unit. LASIEC has also put in place special provisions to accommodate pregnant women, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities.

The Nigeria Police Force had initially imposed movement restrictions from 3:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., but the directive was revised to 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to allow room for medical emergencies, urgent appointments, and international travel. The adjustment was announced in a statement by CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, spokesperson for the Lagos State Police Command.

Campaigns End, Final Candidate List Published

Political campaigns officially ended on Wednesday, July 9, following a rigorous period of party primaries and nominations. LASIEC reported that 6.2 million Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) have been collected, while 8,450 remain unclaimed.

The commission has worked closely with stakeholders—ranging from political parties to the media and disability advocates—to ensure transparency and inclusion. The final list of approved chairmanship and councillorship candidates was released on July 5, with notice-of-poll posters displayed at all ward collation centers since July 4.

Although a few aspirants were disqualified due to missed deadlines or incomplete documentation, LASIEC assured the public that the electoral process has been thorough and lawful.

LASIEC Urges Peace, Warns Against Electoral Misconduct

Justice Bola Okikiolu‑Ighile, LASIEC Chairman, has appealed to the public to maintain peace and avoid electoral malpractice such as vote-buying. She reminded voters to cast their ballots at the polling units where they are registered.

The Nigerian Police Force has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the electoral process and has urged full cooperation from the public to ensure a smooth and credible election.