The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has expressed gratitude to residents for their overwhelming support in the recently concluded local government elections, where the party recorded a sweeping victory.

Speaking during the presentation of Certificates of Return to elected candidates on Wednesday, the Lagos APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, attributed the party’s triumph to its commitment and hard work.

According to the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), the APC clinched all 57 chairmanship seats and secured 375 out of 376 councillorship positions contested across the state during the Saturday poll.

Ojelabi, while addressing reporters during the event, thanked Lagosians for their trust in the party, pledging that the APC would not take their support for granted.

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“We thank the people of Lagos for believing in our party and giving us this victory,” he said. “We worked hard for it and appreciate God for granting us strength and the wide acceptance shown by the people of Lagos State.”

The APC chairman further assured that the newly elected council officials would be held accountable and expected to deliver on their mandates.

“We have put structures in place to monitor their performance, ensuring they contribute meaningfully to the development of their respective councils and the state at large,” he added.

Ojelabi also commended LASIEC for conducting what he described as a smooth and credible electoral exercise. He said the success of the election reflected the will of the people and marked another milestone in the state’s democratic journey.

The event witnessed the official presentation of Certificates of Return to the 57 chairmen-elect and 376 councillors-elect, solidifying the APC’s dominant position in Lagos local politics.

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