As the local government election in Ogun State gets underway, Governor Dapo Abiodun has casted his vote.

Abiodun arrived at Ward 3, Polling Unit 002, Ita Osanyin, Iperu, Ikenne Local Government Area of the state at about 11:24 am.

Speaking after exercising his civic franchise, Abiodun commended the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) for their preparedness towards the election.

Abiodun, while admitting the delay of electoral officers and materials to various polling units in the state, noted that logistics has always been a challenge in all elections.

He said, “I want to first appreciate the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission for their level of preparedness for this election.

“The feedback I have gotten shows that they are very diligent. In every election, we can’t rule out maybe some logistics hiccups, but by and large, I’ve been informed that as of now, the electoral materials have reached all the nooks and crannies of the state, and the process of voting has commenced in earnest.”

The governor expressed satisfaction with the large turnout of the electorate at his polling unit despite the economic challenges in the country, adding that it shows the citizens are ready to engage in governance.

“I want to thank the good people of Ogun State who have come out in their numbers to express themselves through the ballot.

“I see this as a vote of confidence particularly at this time when we know that it costs more than it cost in the last election.

“I want to appreciate their support for democracy, and I confidently say that in the end, everyone will be happy.”

Ogun LG poll: Abiodun casts vote, commends electoral umpire