Sanwo-Olu has endorsed Obafemi Hamzat as preferred successor for 2027 Lagos Governorship race.
NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has endorsed his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred successor ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
The endorsement followed a closed-door meeting at Lagos House, Marina, where Hamzat formally declared his intention to contest for the state’s top seat before members of the State Executive Council and key party stakeholders.
The meeting was attended by members of the Governor’s Advisory Council, including former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, and Ganiyu Solomon, among others.
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Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Sanwo-Olu described the endorsement as a unanimous decision by stakeholders, noting that Hamzat possesses the experience and capacity to lead Lagos State.
According to the governor, the deputy governor presented his ambition alongside a strong delegation of political leaders, receiving broad support from those in attendance.
Sanwo-Olu praised Hamzat’s understanding of governance, stating that he is well-acquainted with the workings of the state and adequately prepared for the role.
He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, whom he credited for fostering both his political emergence and his working relationship with Hamzat.
The development signals an early move within Lagos political circles as permutations for the 2027 governorship election begin to gather momentum.
