Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has hailed the emergence of his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the upcoming 2027 elections.
He congratulated him on Friday morning in a statement released shortly after Hamzat was declared winner of the direct primary.
Announcing the results of the election, which was conducted across the state on Thursday, the chairman of the APC national governorship primary election committee, Major General Jon Temlong (rtd), described the exercise as peaceful and transparent.
He added that Hamzat polled 657,917 votes out of the 657,974 votes cast, while Lanre Jim-Kamal, his sole challenger, received just one vote.
“I, Gen. Jon Temlong (rtd), hereby affirm that Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, having satisfied the guidelines set out in the party’s constitution, is returned as the winner of the governorship primary and the APC candidate for the 2027 election, this 21st day of May, 2026,” he announced.
Reacting to the outcome of the primary election, Sanwo-Olu described Hamzat as a dependable partner who has demonstrated commitment, competence, and dedication in the service of Lagos State over the years.
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The governor further expressed confidence in his deputy’s ability to sustain and advance the developmental strides recorded in the state, while urging party members and residents to remain united ahead of the next phase of political activities.
He noted that Hamzat possesses the experience, intelligence, and passion required to continue driving progress and delivering good governance to Lagosians.
“Congratulations to my brother and Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, on emerging as the APC Lagos Governorship candidate for the 2027 elections,” Sanwo-Olu stated.
He added: “We have worked side by side for years and I know firsthand his deep love for Lagosians, his brilliance, and his unwavering dedication to progress.
“The work ahead is massive, but with Femi, I am absolutely confident that our state will reach even greater heights.
“Let us stay united and keep moving Lagos forward.”