FOLLOWING the alleged uproar trailing the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in Kosofe Federal Constituency at the weekend, the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Kosofe Local Council has warned against any attempt to incite violence, mobilise unrest, or create an atmosphere of insecurity within the constituency.

In a statement on Sunday, signed by Comrade Alex Omotehinse, the coalition  said any grievances arising from the conduct or outcome of the primary election should be addressed strictly through established party mechanisms and, where necessary, or through a courts of competent jurisdiction.

He noted that no camp or political actor should resort to self-help, inflammatory rhetoric, or actions capable of disrupting public peace, adding that the integrity of the democratic process must be preserved through lawful, transparent, and peaceful channels.

Omotehinse called on the security agencies to checkmate any act or conduct that can ignite or promote crises in Kosofe Federal Constituency.

He said: “From available information and declarations made at the conclusion of the exercise, Mayor Dele Oshinowo was announced by the designated returning officer as the duly elected candidate and flag bearer of the APC for the 2027 general elections.

“However, the Coalition notes the contradictory position emanating from the camp of the incumbent MHR Mrs. Kafilat Ogbara, which initially laid claim to victory and has subsequently asserted that the election did not hold. This inconsistency is both troubling and capable of generating confusion, tension, and unnecessary political heat within the Kosofe Federal constituency.

“As a human rights-driven body and active stakeholder in Nigeria’s pro-democracy journey having played roles in the struggle against military rule, the Coalition considers it imperative to caution against any actions or narratives that may overheat the polity or threaten the peace and stability of Kosofe and, by extension, Lagos State.”

The Coalition therefore calls on all aspirants, their supporters, and political stakeholders to exercise restraint, demonstrate political maturity, and prioritize the collective interest of Kosofe above individual ambitions.

“We strongly warn against any attempt to incite violence, mobilize unrest, or create an atmosphere of insecurity within the Kosofe Federal constituency. As a Civil Society coalition, we remains steadfast in our advocacy for justice, fairness, and democratic accountability, we will continue to monitor developments and speak out where necessary to ensure that peace, order, and good governance prevail.