Lagos LG poll: Don’t let us disgrace our leaders, Sanwo-Olu seeks APC victory
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urged members and supporters of the All Progressive Council to engage in door-to-door campaigns to build support for defeating candidates from opposition parties in the upcoming Local Government elections on July 12.Sanwo-Olu delivered this message at the APC’s Lagos West 2 Senatorial District Mega Rally held at Ijanikin in Lagos on Monday, with his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, representing him.
The governor emphasized that the electorate should come out in large numbers to cast their votes for the party’s candidates in the July 12 council elections.
Sanwo-Olu pointed out that the PDP’s influence in the state is dwindling, and urged APC loyalists to uphold the trust of the party and its leaders.
“Let us not bring shame to our leaders. No other political party in Lagos State is achieving what we are achieving.
“We have numerous completed and ongoing projects in Lagos State. As members, pride in our party is essential.
“We should take pride in ourselves. We are progressives, and we are thriving. May God make our efforts easier for us.
“It is crucial for us, as a political party, to participate and vote. We need to mobilize ourselves and other voters.
“We appreciate your display of placards, but it’s vital that you go out with your PVCs and cast your votes for the party’s candidates.
“Make sure to support the party’s candidates and ensure the defeat of opposition candidates,” Sanwo-Olu stated.
Earlier, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, the Lagos State APC Chairman, encouraged residents to reciprocate the party’s efforts with substantial votes in the upcoming council elections.
Ojelabi noted that President Bola Tinubu and Sanwo-Olu had shown generosity to the district, and he urged the people to express their gratitude through their votes.
“We are only asking for your votes. We require your votes to secure our candidates' positions. Now is the time for unity.
“To the youth of this area, it is your moment to show your appreciation for all the positive contributions made by President Bola Tinubu and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in the Lagos West senatorial district.
“Your party, the APC, has made wise selections. It is your responsibility to promote and rally others to vote for the party’s candidates in large numbers.
“Let us demonstrate to the world that Lagos West 2 belongs to the APC.
“We must express our gratitude by rallying support for the party,” Ojelabi remarked.
He called on religious and community leaders, market traders, and individuals from various ethnic groups to support APC candidates during the elections.
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