
Boluwatife Olatunbosun
Sanwo-Olu backs Hamzat as 2027 support grows
Endorsements for Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, have continued to grow following Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s decision to support his bid for the 2027 governorship election.
Sanwo-Olu made his position known on Monday at Lagos House, Marina, adding to the rising support for Hamzat among political leaders and stakeholders in the state.
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The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, had earlier indicated support for the deputy governor, stating that key party figures had agreed on his candidacy after a series of discussions. He spoke during a meeting with leaders of the All Progressives Congress.
Obasa explained that consultations held in Abuja helped bring party leaders to a common position, with ongoing efforts to secure wider backing within the party.
Hamzat has also received endorsements from notable figures, including the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, Senator Tokunbo Abiru, and former Minister of Finance, Wale Edun.
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The development reflects a steady build-up of political support within the party as preparations gradually take shape ahead of the 2027 governorship race in Lagos State.


