Lagos 2027: PDP Aspirant Laja Adeoye Vows to End APC's Reign, Lamenting Housing Crisis and Unemployment
In a bold declaration, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant Laja Adeoye has vowed to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 Lagos State election, promising a new era of accountable and people-oriented governance. Adeoye, a real estate entrepreneur and Managing Director of Fendini Limited, made this announcement in a statement issued on Sunday, arguing that residents are increasingly dissatisfied with years of APC leadership and are ready for political change.
A New Vision for Lagos
Adeoye emphasized that his entry into the race represents an alternative vision focused on economic growth, improved public services, and inclusive development. He stated that his campaign will prioritize practical solutions to the challenges confronting Lagos, particularly housing shortages, unemployment, and traffic congestion. Drawing from his private-sector experience, Adeoye pledged to shape policies aimed at delivering sustainable urban development and expanding economic opportunities.
He noted that his ambition has received backing from political and civic groups, including the Lagos for Prosperity Group and members of the Inter-Party Advisory Council. This support, he added, reflects growing grassroots momentum among youths, professionals, and community stakeholders.
Comprehensive Governance Agenda
Adeoye outlined a governance agenda centred on:
- Education
- Security
- Healthcare
- Housing
- Economic diversification
He promised reforms within the civil service to improve efficiency and staff welfare, and his administration would pursue policies to strengthen entrepreneurship, develop technology hubs, promote tourism and agriculture, and expand industrial clusters as part of efforts to create jobs and reduce dependence on federal allocations.
Infrastructure and Economic Plans
On infrastructure, the aspirant pledged to modernize transportation through rail expansion and improved Bus Rapid Transit systems, alongside road construction across the state's IBILE divisions. He also promised improvements in education and healthcare access, enhanced security coordination, and environmental sustainability through modern waste management and recycling initiatives.
Addressing the rising cost of living, Adeoye said his proposed policies will focus on job creation, affordable housing, and support for small and medium-scale enterprises through access to finance, training, and market opportunities. He added that efforts will be made to reduce multiple taxation and create a more business-friendly environment.
Inclusion and Investment
He further assured that his administration will promote youth and women inclusion, expand economic opportunities for informal sector workers, and attract foreign investment by ensuring policy stability, improved infrastructure, and investor-friendly incentives. Adeoye maintained that his vision is to position Lagos as a leading investment destination in Africa while ensuring that economic prosperity benefits all residents of the state.
"We will tackle the rising cost of living head-on by creating sustainable jobs through economic diversification, making housing affordable to free up family incomes, and supporting SMEs and the informal sector with access to finance, training, and markets," Adeoye said.
"Policies will focus on reducing dependency on imports via local production in agriculture and industry, while ensuring efficient public services that lower daily expenses on transport and utilities. Prosperity must reach every Lagosian—not just a few. My Administration will also work on stopping multiple and duplicity of tax which is a source of burden to businesses," he concluded.
