As Lagos prepares for the July 12 local government elections, the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, has emerged as a prominent contender for re-election, campaigning on what her supporters describe as a record of transformational leadership.
Princess Animashaun, who was first elected in 2021, is widely credited with a performance-driven approach to governance, which has earned her praise across the Epe division. Her administration is associated with a wide range of development projects and reforms that have impacted infrastructure, healthcare, education, youth and women empowerment, social welfare, and local security.
Campaign messages describe her tenure as one marked by action rather than rhetoric, highlighting completed road projects, renovated schools, upgraded health centres, strengthened security structures, and support initiatives for women, youths, and the elderly. Her leadership style has been portrayed as one that puts community needs first, turning long-standing challenges into measurable progress and restoring faith in local government as a tool for development.
In response to the ongoing insecurity challenges in parts of Lagos and Nigeria, Princess Animashaun’s administration has reportedly taken a proactive stance by engaging local security stakeholders and vigilante groups to maintain peace and order within Epe. Her supporters argue that the relative stability and cleanliness of the area are outcomes of her steady administrative oversight.
Campaign materials describe her as “a vision in motion” and “the engine of real progress in Epe,” calling on voters to retain a leader who “didn’t just promise a better Epe—she built it.” The tone of her campaign reflects a sense of continuity and momentum, with the slogan “She’s just getting started” signaling intent to consolidate on past achievements.
As the countdown to the council polls continues, Animashaun’s candidacy is expected to remain one of the most closely watched in the Lagos East senatorial district, especially given her reputation for results-driven governance and community-focused initiatives. Her bid for re-election will test not only her popularity at the grassroots but also the broader appetite for sustained development in Epe.