Despite the setback, the resilient residents of Lekki have refused to be deterred from participating in the democratic process. They have taken to the streets to protest against the violence and to demand that their voices be heard through their votes.
Speaking to reporters, one of the protesters, Mrs. Bisi Adeyemi, expressed her disappointment at the disruption of the election but insisted that it would not stop her from voting. "We have been waiting for this day to come, and we cannot allow the actions of a few miscreants to rob us of our right to choose our leaders," she said.
Another resident, Mr. Tunji Ogunleye, called on the authorities to ensure that the remaining polling units in the area were secured and protected from further attacks. "We want the government to provide adequate security for us to be able to cast our votes without fear of intimidation or violence," he said.
The protesters also called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to extend the voting period in the affected areas to allow for the full participation of all eligible voters.
The determination of the residents of Lekki to exercise their franchise is a testament to their commitment to democracy and their belief in the power of their votes to effect change. Their peaceful protest is a call to action for the relevant authorities to ensure that the remaining electoral process is conducted without any further disruption or violence.