APC Unveils Damilola Sonayon-James as Deputy Governorship Candidate for Lagos 2027
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has officially unveiled Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as its deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 general elections. At 41 years old, she brings a blend of grassroots political experience and community engagement to the party's ticket.
Sonayon-James will serve as the running mate to the APC governorship candidate, positioning her for a key role in Nigeria's commercial capital. Her selection is seen as part of the party's broader strategy to enhance inclusion and boost female representation in high-level political offices.
Who is Damilola Sonayon-James?
Damilola Sonayon-James is a Lagos-based politician and grassroots party figure within the APC. She is widely recognized as a community-oriented political actor with strong involvement in party mobilization structures, particularly within Lagos State's grassroots and women's political networks. She hails from Badagry in Lagos State and has been associated with local political and community leadership engagements over the years.
Her political journey within the APC includes roles focused on mobilization and community-level party engagement. Before her nomination, she held positions connected to the party's women's leadership wing and gradually built visibility within the APC hierarchy in Lagos State.
Political Journey
Sonayon-James has been active in grassroots mobilization, party organization, and community political engagement. Her selection as deputy governorship candidate followed internal consultations within the party as the APC moves to strengthen its electoral ticket ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Her emergence is linked to the party's efforts to promote inclusion and expand representation of women in key political positions within the state.
Why Her Nomination Matters
Lagos State remains Nigeria's economic and political powerhouse, and the deputy governorship position carries significant administrative and political responsibility. Her emergence has attracted attention within political circles, particularly because of the APC's ongoing conversations around inclusion, youth participation, and gender representation in governance. Sonayon-James's nomination underscores the party's commitment to broadening its appeal and engaging diverse segments of the electorate.
