Do you still have hope of a better Nigeria? I guess you’ll be thinking of the right answer for this question, considering the recent happenings in the country.
Many Nigerians say they have lost hope in Nigeria, others say they are not proud to be Nigerians.
The reason is not hidden, it is because of the recent elections held in the country.
The 2023 Elections
The 2023 elections is indeed an eye opener for Nigerians.
Nigerians, especially youths, who were less concerned with the politics of the country are now actively involved. Many are vying for positions.
These people went all out, sacrificing all they can in the battle for a better Nigeria.
Before the 2023 elections, Nigerians in high spirits were hopeful of a new and better country.
Unfortunately, after the elections, those who expected a different outcome had their hopes shattered.
Lagos Governorship Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the winner of the governorship election in Lagos State.
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the seating governor of the state, has been re-elected as governor of Lagos.
Sanwo-Olu is the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
His victory stirs mixed reactions from Nigerians, especially those who have lost hope in the country.
Sanwo-Olu’s Victory
Sanwo-Olu polled 762,134 votes to defeat Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of Labour Party (LP) who gathered 312,329 votes.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Adbul-Azeez Adediran, railed in third place with 62,449 votes.
The declaration was delayed as the INEC officials awaited the results from the elections in Eti-Osa local government held on Sunday, March 19.
According to the results from the local government, APC polled 25,063 votes, PDP 1,468 while LP secured 19,967.
Nigerians’ React To Sanwo-Olu’s Victory
Sanwo-Olu’s victory at the poll has whipped up mixed reactions from many netizens, with many applauding the votes polled by LP amidst the thugs’ attacks.
Many people are disappointed with the election process, they are not satisfied with INEC’s performance.
Some Reactions Gathered
mentol80 wrote: “Politicians succeeded in using you all for their selfish reasons by inciting tribal violence. You that is claiming you own Lagos don’t even have a say in the affairs of what happens in your local government but you are fighting blindly”.
“Their children are enjoying what they couldn’t provide for you abroad. Make Una Dey ague and fight Una selves but the truth is they have achieved their basic goal if Una like now make Una kill Una selves they don’t care anymore. Back to square1″
ify_emmah said: “I was really hopeful about Nigeria but After seeing everything that happened in the presidential and governorship election, the only hope I have in me now is to gather strength and swim out of this country. Wahala for who still dey hope for better NIGERIA”
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iamamedu: “Sanwo Olu is not a bad choice but the remote control is the problem. Please APC learn to win fairly cos our kids are watching don’t write your name in ridicule but write it in gold”.
“I hope this sends a message to governor elect that it’s no longer business as usual. The pple are watching and taking note”.
_radiantj_: “So with all the thuggery and disruptions, GrV did so well. Imagine if they had allowed people vote as they should”
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anna_staciaa: “Mshwww! We live to fight another day, atleast they know the youths are awake and the world knows this is nothing close to a free and fair election”.
jokemzy: “Even with all the oppression and humiliation he still got this number of votes 🗳. God our hope and faith is firm, the bigger win is loading”
preshhhbabyxo: “I can’t lie before this presidential election and governorship election, I really had high hopes for Nigeria. I really thought Nigeria will be better. As it stands now, Nigeria can never get be better!!
nwochabridget: “I like the fear that Labour Party instills in y’all. It humbles you for a sec. But we know the country we live in so the final results are expected. God Bless Nigeria”.
