The Lagos State chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has expressed strong optimism about securing victory in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for July 12, provided the polls are conducted in a free and fair manner.
This assurance was given by Mr. Olusupo Ajayi, Deputy Chairman of the party in Lagos State, during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos.
According to NAN, 26 chairmanship candidates representing the Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party emerged from delegate-based primaries held across 26 local councils last Friday. These candidates will contest in the elections organised by the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), which will take place across all 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas in the state.
Ajayi described the primary election process as peaceful and successful, highlighting the party’s commitment to running a strong campaign at the grassroots level. He referenced the Labour Party’s performance in the 2023 presidential election, where it garnered the highest number of votes in Lagos State, as evidence of the party’s popularity and credibility among residents.
“This is a grassroots election, and we are committed to bringing about positive change despite the challenges of competing against the ruling party,” Ajayi stated.
He emphasized that the party would strictly adhere to legal and democratic processes while mobilising support and campaigning vigorously across communities. He also assured that if elected, the Labour Party would prioritize community-based governance and work to restore public confidence in the political system.
Ajayi further stressed that the party’s involvement in the elections is part of its broader mission to return governance to the grassroots and ensure that the voices of ordinary Nigerians are heard and respected.
In a call for transparency and integrity, Ajayi appealed to LASIEC Chairperson, Justice Bola Okikiolu-Ighile, to ensure that the elections are conducted in a credible, peaceful, and unbiased manner.
“In the end, we all return to dust. What truly matters is the legacy we leave behind — the goodwill we build for our children and future generations,” he said, urging the LASIEC chair to protect her reputation by upholding the highest standards of integrity in the electoral process.
