APC Secures Commanding Victory in Lagos State Local Government Elections

Strategic Insights -

The All Progressives Congress (APC) achieved a resounding success in the Lagos State Local Government elections, held on July 12, 2025, winning both chairmanship and councillorship contests across the state's Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). The elections, characterized by low voter turnout but peaceful conduct, were marred by logistical delays and concerns over voter intimidation.

Key Takeaways:

  • The APC won chairmanship contests in all 20 LGAs, with key victories including Taiwo Oyekan in Lagos Island LGA with 28,385 votes, Prince Lanre Sanusi (PLS) in Amuwo-Odofin LGA with 24,926 votes, and Tunde Azeez in Agege LGA with 31,503 votes.
  • The APC also dominated councillorship contests, securing seats in every available ward, with a total of 376 councillorship seats contested.
  • Low voter turnout was reported across the state, with several wards recording minimal voter participation.
  • The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) was criticized for logistical delays and a delayed candidate list release, which some deemed a potential violation of federal law.
  • Opposition parties, including the Labour Party (LP), raised concerns over voter intimidation and campaign material destruction in strongholds like Amuwo-Odofin.
  • Despite these concerns, LASIEC Chairperson Justice Ayotunde Phillips (Rtd.) assured a transparent process with provisions for vulnerable groups.

Statistics:

  • APC won 57 chairmanship and vice chairmanship positions and 376 councillorship seats across the state.
  • Voter turnout was reported to be low, with some wards recording minimal voter participation.
  • The election was conducted across 13,325 polling units, with a total of 15 political parties fielding candidates.