Former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Senator Kofoworola Bucknor-Akerele, has demanded the immediate cancellation of the ongoing Local Government elections, citing widespread irregularities and disenfranchisement of voters.
Speaking at Polling Unit 019 in the Victoria Island Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Bucknor-Akerele raised alarm over logistical failures and alleged that several polling units were either relocated or switched — particularly around the Muri Okunola axis — without adequate public notice. She described the move as a deliberate effort to disrupt the voting process and suppress voter participation.
“I am calling for the cancellation of this election. People don’t even know where their polling units are anymore. It’s chaotic, and it’s unacceptable,” she declared.
The former Deputy Governor also criticized the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) for poor coordination and operational lapses. According to her, LASIEC failed in its responsibility to conduct a transparent and well-organized election.
During her visit, voter turnout was visibly low. While some polling units were deserted, others had young people playing football in the streets rather than casting their votes.
Senator Bucknor-Akerele made these observations at polling units 19 and 16 in Iru Victoria Island LCDA. It remains uncertain whether LASIEC will act on her call for cancellation, as the commission has not issued a response at the time of this report.
We will continue to provide updates as the situation develops.
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