LASG takes voter education advocacy to community

LAGOS, Nigeria —The Lagos State Office of Political, Legislative and Civil Engagement organised an advocacy on voter education to empower the electorate with their basic rights and responsibilities.

The event which took place at Ikorodu, Lagos, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Dr. Afolabi Tajudeen, said the advocacy became pertinent to expose voters on the rights as well as government's role in serving the masses.

This was contained in a statement issued by the agency’s spokesperson, Olatokunbo Dawodu.

The statement read: “This is the first time we are holding such an event, It is important for you to know both your rights and responsibilities. This knowledge will help you understand the government policies and how you can benefit from them, we also have on the ground other government agencies because we want you to know about other Lagos State Government’s policies and initiatives that can be of benefit to you."

He further explained that the power attached to the fulfillment of civic responsibility was potent to the extent that it influences the decision-making process of a government, noting that voter apathy during election can negatively impact the electoral process and undermine the outcome of an election.

He added that plans are underway to bring the Mother and Infant Child Health Development programme, aimed at supporting vulnerable pregnant mothers with premium healthcare services that would ensure the well-being of both mother and child in the public health centres in Ikorodu and other areas.

Underscoring the importance of registering with the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency, Afolabi said registering as a resident of Lagos State plays a key role in facilitating access to various government benefits, and residents might be unable to access certain state services without LASSRA registration.

Earlier, the former Lagos State Commissioner for Information, Otunba Ayodele Elesho, expressed his gratitude to the Lagos State Government for the initiative.