EFCC Cracks Down on Vote Buying in Lagos State LG Elections
By Musbahu Basirka
Abuja Nigeria Saturday 12th July,2025
In a bid to ensure the integrity of the electoral process, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has deployed its operatives to monitor the ongoing Local Government Elections in Lagos State. The commission’s Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 and 2 joined forces with other law enforcement agencies to curb vote buying and enforce strict compliance with electoral laws.
Led by Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman, CE Michael Nzekwe, and acting Director, Lagos Directorate 2, ACE I Ahmed Ghali, EFCC operatives were stationed at various polling units across the state. Their presence was aimed at promoting transparency, accountability, and institutional vigilance in Nigeria’s electoral processes.
According to eyewitnesses, the election exercise was largely peaceful, with voters praising the EFCC’s proactive intervention. “The EFCC’s presence has given us confidence in the electoral process,” said Mrs. Adeola, a voter from Alimosho Local Government Area. “We hope this will translate to better leadership and governance in our local governments.”
The EFCC’s collaborative efforts with other security agencies have been acknowledged, with many noting the commission’s critical role in maintaining order and deterring electoral malpractices. “The EFCC’s involvement has been a game-changer,” said a security official who preferred anonymity. “Their presence has helped to minimize vote buying and other forms of electoral malfeasance.”
The EFCC’s deployment is part of its broader efforts to promote transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s electoral processes. In recent years, the commission has intensified its efforts to curb vote buying and other forms of electoral malpractices, recognizing the devastating impact on the country’s democratic development.
Key Highlights from the Election
- The EFCC deployed operatives to monitor polling activities in several key areas across Lagos State.
- The commission’s presence was aimed at curbing vote buying and ensuring strict compliance with electoral laws.
- Reports from the field indicate that the election exercise was largely peaceful, with many voters expressing appreciation for the EFCC’s proactive intervention.
- The EFCC’s collaborative efforts with other security agencies have been acknowledged, with many noting the commission’s critical role in maintaining order and deterring electoral malpractices.
As the election results are yet to be announced, stakeholders are eagerly awaiting the outcome. The EFCC’s intervention is expected to have a positive impact on the electoral process, promoting transparency and accountability in the local government elections. With the commission’s continued commitment to electoral integrity, Nigerians can expect a more credible and transparent electoral process in the years to come.
The EFCC has confirmed that its operatives will continue to monitor the electoral process until the announcement of the election results. The commission has also urged voters to report any incidents of electoral malpractices to the relevant authorities.
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