Lagos Council election: Police Review Vehicular Movement Time on Saturday

The Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of an adjustment to the previously announced restriction of vehicular and waterway movement for the Local Government Elections scheduled for Saturday, July 12, 2025, across the 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State.

According to a press statement obtained from Lagos Police Command Spokesperson Csp Benjamin Hundeyin on Thursday, July 10, 2025, he reiterated the need for the reviewed decision to alleviate the problems of residents with critical medical emergencies and appointments and those with long-term international travel plans in and out of the country.

The restriction of vehicular movement is hereby readjusted to commence at 6:00 AM and end at 3:00 PM on Saturday, July 12, 2025, and not from 3:00 AM as earlier announced. Members of the public are enjoined to cooperate and respect the new timing.

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, reiterates the commitment of the Command to ensuring a secure, safe, and orderly electoral process.

The police spokesperson Hundeyin concluded urging all Lagosians to cooperate with security agencies, remain vigilant, and report suspicious activities via the emergency lines: 08063299264 or 08065154338.