Prince Oyekan Gears Up Ahead July 12 LG Election, As LASIEC Releases Timetable
Frontline chairmanship aspirant and deputy leader of the Lagos Island Local Government legislative arm, Hon. Prince Taiwo Ajibade Oyekan, is gearing up for the forthcoming local government election in Lagos State with various activities and engagements well underway, leaving no stone unturned.
This comes as the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) announced elections for the 57 chairmen seats and 376 councillors, scheduled for July 12, 2025, with a re-run on July 19, 2025.
According to Tope Ojo, Head of LASIEC Public Affairs, the commission will open the stage for political campaigns and rallies on Friday, April 18, which will conclude on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
As the race for the mayoral office enters its final quarter, the well-loved grassroots politician continues to accelerate his community empowerment and engagement programmes, which he said will enhance the quality of life for the constituents of Lagos Island.
With all his machinery operating at full capacity, he leaves no room for lags or slips, implementing empowerment programmes, engaging in stakeholder consultations, and raising civic awareness among his constituents—all running smoothly.
Known for his keen interest in orchestrating initiatives that significantly impact various key areas of life for the people of Lagos Island—including education, health, infrastructure, skills acquisition, and welfare—Oyekan shows no signs of slowing down as the elections approach.
For those who have listened to him, he asserts that his goal and drive are to be a blessing to Lagos Island residents by uplifting their overall quality of life.
He has recently received several awards from civic organisations that have recognised his life-changing initiatives.
Residents of Lagos Island, in their hundreds, have continued to pour commendations and accolades on him due to his pedigree and ongoing engagement with them long before he began nurturing an ambition to serve as council chairman.
Meanwhile, other highlights of the Notice of Election include a meeting of the Commission with all registered political parties on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, while the publication of election guidelines will take place on April 17, 2025.
“Campaigns and rallies by political parties will commence on Friday, April 18, and end on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. The closing date for submission of nomination forms for ‘substituted’ and ‘only candidate’ by the political parties is between Wednesday, June 18, and Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
“The Chairman of the Commission, Justice Bola Okikiolu-Ighile (rtd), has assured all of a level playing field for all political parties and promises the electorate that the Commission is determined to conduct a free, fair, inclusive, and credible election in line with the best international standards.”
