Lagos Governor Secures Re-election for Nigeria's Ruling Party Despite Voting Irregularities

Incumbent Babajide Sanwo-Olu of the ruling All Progressive Congress won re-election as governor of Lagos, Nigeria's largest megacity, with over 736,000 votes compared to his closest rival's 292,000. The turnout was low, with just a small fraction of the 7 million registered voters participating. Some ballot boxes were snatched by thugs, but officials said this did not affect the outcome. Governors wield wide influence in Nigeria, and their support can help decide who becomes president.