LG Polls: APC Warns Chairmanship Candidates Against Working in Isolation
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has cautioned its 57 chairmanship candidates to work closely with their vice-chairmen, emphasizing that the mandate is a joint ticket.
Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, gave the directive during the official flag-off of the party’s campaign for the forthcoming council elections. The event was held at the APC State Secretariat in Lagos.
“I want you to realize that you have a vice chairman. It is a joint ticket, and you must carry them along in everything you do,” Ojelabi stated. “If you are travelling out of the country, hand over to your vice chairman. It is very important.”
He stressed that the vice-chairmen have monitoring roles, in addition to the oversight responsibilities of the Lagos State House of Assembly. He reminded the candidates that they are ambassadors of the party and would be held accountable.
“You are carrying our banner, our logo — and that means we must monitor your activities,” he said.
Ojelabi further advised the candidates to respect and consult with party leaders at the local level, noting that their experience is invaluable. “Share your plans and ideas with them; they will guide you well,” he said. “If you listen to them, I am confident you will win the hearts of the voters.”
He also issued a stern warning to candidates who fail to engage the electorate.
“This is a real election. Any chairmanship or councillorship candidate who is found wanting — not reaching out, not knocking on doors, not soliciting for support — will be sanctioned,” he declared.
The party chairman urged all candidates to collaborate with their Local Organizing Committees (LOCs), party executives, and canvassers, noting that canvassers will be officially appointed to mobilize support.
“It will not be business as usual,” Ojelabi concluded.
