20th October, 2011
The Lagos State government has restricted movement between 7a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, 22 October for the smooth conduct of the chairmanship and councillorship elections holding in the 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas of the state on that day.
The state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Lateef Ibirogba, in a statement today said, “the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has consequently advised on the restriction of human and vehicular movement so as to minimise incidence of multiple voting and other vices that may mar the elections.
“In view of the importance of this election to the grassroots and the need for peace, tranquility and orderliness, which are the hallmark of this administration, all citizens are directed to stay within their locality where they should perform their civic duties in accordance with the law.
“We would, therefore, appreciate your compliance while we encourage you to turn out for a hitch-free voting exercise.â€