Total Falsehood!’ – Joe Igbokwe Rejects Allegation That Igbos Were Barred From Voting In Lagos

Dr. Aguene had told reporters that Igbo residents in Lagos were being systematically disenfranchised and barred from participating fully in the electoral process. He lamented that this pattern had persisted across multiple election cycles.

Igbos residing in Lagos are consistently denied the right to vote and run for positions such as local government chairman and councillor. This marginalization continues despite our significant contributions to the state’s economy and political development. Currently, only a few Igbos serve as Vice Chairmen in local councils.

This situation shows that true democracy is lacking in Nigeria—what we have is a system hijacked by opportunists. Voter apathy is growing because people are tired of voting without seeing real change.

Igbos are major investors in Lagos and deserve to be part of the leadership structure. Unfortunately, governance in Nigeria seems reserved for a privileged few, while the masses—including essential workers like journalists and security officers—struggle to survive. It’s a heartbreaking reality.”

In response, Joe Igbokwe dismissed the statement as “completely false and misleading,” insisting that he did not observe any form of voter suppression at his polling unit. He maintained that the electoral process proceeded peacefully and without bias where he voted.