Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-olu, has urged All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the upcoming local government elections to exhibit fairness and equity.
He emphasized that taking this step will make their tenure profitable and fruitful if elected.
Governor Sanwo-Olu also advised the candidates not to disappoint the party leaders who have validated their candidacy.
He delivered the charge at a stakeholders forum held at the Lagos House on Tuesday with members of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and elected officials and candidates of the party in the Lagos July 12 local government polls.
Addressing leaders and stakeholders at the forum, Sanwo-olu urged the candidates not to take the opportunity given to them by the party for granted.
Sanwo-Olu observed that “This is a genuine stakeholders engagement. We are here because our father and leader, President Bola Tinubu, has afforded us an opportunity in Lagos”.
“He requested that I express gratitude to you for maintaining his base. Every election is local; therefore, do not take anything for granted”.
“Go out, work diligently, and secure a victory in the election. Allow the people to see the candidates they wish to vote for. If you observe us, you will note that we are united, notwithstanding our differences in ethnic groups, religion, and other aspects. We have resolved to come together and collaborate effectively.”
“There will be differences and issues but after the issues, we must resolve. The moment we resolved it as a party, we must come together and be united”.
“Let us take this back home to our communities that we have seen the governor and he has delivered Mr. President’s message”.
“All of us are leaders in one form or the other. Even with our uniform, it shows that we are a party that is committed and ready to work for the people”.
“The party has presented you therefore you must ensure you don’t disappoint all the leaders that are seated here to validate your candidacy”.
“This is not an election we will stay indoor. We must go out to cast our votes and wait to see it counted. It is after this, we can celebrate victory”.
“Go out there to engage the citizens. Go out and knock on doors. Let them know that you don’t take them for granted.”
“Let them know that APC is back fully. We have brought our best 57 out. Go out and campaign to the people. Let them see that APC is a validly accepted party”.
“There should not be any acrimony or division between the chairman and the vice chairman. I want to encourage you to go back and encourage our citizens to come out and vote for you. Let them validate you for the seat you want to occupy. Also, you must be fair and equitable to everyone. This is what will make your tenure profitable and fruitful for everyone.”
In anticipation of the governor’s 60th birthday tomorrow, the Lagos State Council for Arts and Culture troops presented a special Eyo performance, accompanied by birthday group photos with stakeholders at the well-attended event.
