An aspirant in the 2027 Lagos State governorship election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has begun consultations with the Governance Advisory Council (GAC).
PrimeTimes Nigeria reports that the move comes amid growing political activities within the ruling party ahead of the next governorship election in the state.
Jandor, in a statement issued earlier on Tuesday by his spokesman, Gbenga Ogunleye, maintained that the party had not adopted any consensus candidate for the race.
“We restate, in line with the official position of the Lagos State APC leadership as communicated by the State Chairman, that no aspirant has been anointed and that all aspirants will participate in a credible primary election,” the statement read.
The clarification follows recent speculations about possible endorsements within the party.
Despite his stance, the aspirant expressed readiness to abide by the party’s decision should a consensus arrangement eventually emerge.
The statement added that he “will fully align with that decision, irrespective of who emerges.”
“This is a position anchored on his readiness to compete, and a willingness to submit to the collective will of the party,” it noted.
Jandor also said he remained actively engaged in the race, revealing that he had intensified consultations across the state.
According to him, efforts are ongoing to strengthen grassroots structures and build wider support among party members.
He further cautioned stakeholders against mistaking individual endorsements or campaign activities as the official position of the party leadership.
Hamzat Strategic Meetings
Meanwhile, the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has also stepped up consultations as part of early moves ahead of the 2027 governorship contest.
On Monday, Hamzat met with members of the GAC, alongside party leaders and stakeholders, during a visit to elder statesman, Tajudeen Olusi, in Lagos.
Those present at the meeting included prominent figures such as Mutiu Are, Musiliu Obanikoro, and Bode Oyedele.
Sharing details of the engagement on his 𝕏 account, Hamzat said he had commenced interactions with leaders of the council to deliberate on the future direction of Lagos State.
He described the discussions as open and focused on the kind of leadership required to move the state forward.
The deputy governor added that he values the experience and counsel of party elders, noting that the consultation process is about listening, learning, and collaborating for improved governance.