Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; Senator Tokunbo Abiru; and former Finance Minister Wale Edun have endorsed Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat's 2027 governorship bid.
Endorsements from Top Leaders
Gbajabiamila praised Hamzat's leadership qualities, while Abiru expressed confidence in his capacity to govern. Edun highlighted Hamzat's experience and competence, stating he is well-positioned to continue Lagos's development after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's tenure.
Badagry Division Rallies Behind Hamzat
During a consultative visit, political and community leaders in Badagry Division widely endorsed Hamzat, solidifying grassroots support.
Jim-Kamal Declares Intention
Meanwhile, ahead of the APC governorship primaries deadline on May 21, Lanre Jim-Kamal officially declared his candidacy. He promised a five-point agenda and $50 billion from partners to boost Lagos development.
Jim-Kamal addressed party leaders in Ikeja, assuring that within two years of his administration, Lagosians would eat rice grown locally, with investors interested in Badagry rice plantations. His five-point agenda includes free automated education at all levels, free automated medical services, massive infrastructure development, decongestion of concentric zones, and human capital development.
