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The Lagos State Police Command has revised its earlier directive on movement restrictions for the July 12, 2025, Local Government elections. Movement across the state will now be restricted from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., as opposed to the initially announced 3:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This adjustment was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command.

According to the statement, the revision was made to accommodate residents with medical emergencies, pre-scheduled appointments, and international travel plans.

“The Lagos State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of an adjustment to the previously announced restriction of vehicular and waterways movement for the Local Government Elections scheduled for Saturday, July 12, 2025, across the 20 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Lagos State,” the statement read in part.

“To alleviate the problem of residents with critical medical emergencies and appointments, and those with long-standing international travel plans, the restriction of vehicular movement is hereby readjusted to commence at 6:00 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025, and not from 3:00 a.m. as earlier announced. Members of the public are enjoined to cooperate and respect the new timing,” it added.

Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, reiterated the Command’s commitment to ensuring peace and order throughout the elections. He urged residents to comply fully with all security directives and to report any suspicious activity promptly.

Key Guidelines to Note:

• The restriction applies to all roads and waterways within Lagos State’s 20 LGAs and 37 LCDAs.
• Only essential workers—such as medical emergency personnel, emergency responders, accredited LASIEC officials, election observers, and journalists with valid LASIEC-issued tags—will be permitted to move during restricted hours.
• Armed escorts, vehicles with covered number plates, and siren users are strictly prohibited from operating during the period.
• Quasi-security outfits and vehicles belonging to state security agencies will not be allowed passage unless officially accredited by LASIEC.

The police further warned miscreants, political thugs, and potential troublemakers to stay away from polling units, collation centres, and other designated electoral areas.

Residents are encouraged to remain alert and report any suspicious activities through the Command’s emergency contact numbers: 08063299264 or 08065154338.