The headquarters of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission in Yaba witnessed tight security on Saturday as the state conducted its local government elections.
At the LASIEC office, a strong presence of security personnel, including several police officers, was reported.
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps and the State Security Services were also present, positioned in their respective operational vans.
Vehicular movement on the street leading to the LASIEC office was restricted, with roadblocks set up at both ends to control access and maintain order.
Elsewhere in Badagry, similar security measures were observed, with personnel from the Nigeria Police, NSCDC, and the Federal Road Safety Corps deployed to maintain peace and order.
There was high compliance with the restriction on movement in the Mosan-Okunola LCDA, as voters conducted themselves peacefully.
The usually bustling streets of Mosan-Okunola, located in the Alimosho area, were quiet as of 9:00 a.m., with only security personnel, electoral officials, and a few accredited observers seen moving around.
Major roads such as Abesan Gate Road, Akowonjo Road, and the Ipaja-Ayobo axis were deserted, while shops, markets, and motor parks remained closed.
Commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators also stayed off the roads in compliance with the directive issued by the Lagos government.
Security agencies, including the police, NDLEA, and the FRSC, were stationed at strategic locations to enforce the restriction and maintain law and order.
Residents commended the level of compliance, noting that it would help ensure a smooth electoral process.
A voter, Bosede Akinwale, said, “I am happy people are obeying the movement restriction. It shows that we are becoming more conscious of the importance of orderly elections.”
The police had earlier announced that movement would be restricted across the state from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to facilitate the conduct of the Saturday council elections.
LASIEC is conducting elections in 20 constitutionally recognised LGAs and 37 LCDAs.
The election is currently underway across the state’s 57 council areas and 376 electoral wards.
(NAN)
