2027 Governorship Election: Sanwo-Olu receives His Deputy, Dr Hamzat on Consultation Visit

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu received his Deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat who have been on a consultation train on his governorship ambition for the 2027 election. 

Dr Hamzat is hoping to clinch his party's governorship ticket for the next general elections.

The Deputy Governor, Dr Hamzat via his X platform said "Today, I am honoured by the endorsement of my Governor, my brother and my friend, HE Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

"His trust means a great deal to me. We’ve worked side by side in the service of Lagos State, and I don’t take this vote of confidence lightly.

"I remain committed to building on the progress we’ve made together, and look forward to serving Lagosians with integrity, focus and a clear sense of purpose."

With the All Progressives Congress, APC primaries not far fetched to officially pick her flagbearers for the next general elections, aspirants continue to seek supports from party faithful, power blocs and groups within the party.

 l-r: Governance Advisory Council, GAC member, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro; Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the First Lady, Dr (Mrs) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, during Dr. Hamzat’s consultation with the Governor on the 2027 Governorship election, at Lagos House, Marina, on Monday, April 27, 2026.

l-r: Governance Advisory Council, GAC member, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro; Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the First Lady, Dr (Mrs) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, during Dr. Hamzat’s consultation with the Governor on the 2027 Governorship election, at Lagos House, Marina, on Monday, April 27, 2026.

L-R: Governance Advisory Council, GAC member, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro; Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; the First Lady, Dr (Mrs) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu and GAC Secretary, Alhaji Mutiu Aare during Dr. Hamzat’s consultation with the Governor on the 2027 Governorship election, at Lagos House, Marina, on Monday, April 27, 2026.


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

CITN HONOURS OKUNADE WITH ‘OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO TAX PROFESSION’ AWARD

Image
…Ambode, Sokoto Governor, Tax Chief Oyedele grace event The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, CITN in an evening filled with camaraderie and glamour at her 2025 annual Dinner and Awards, recognised noble tax professionals and accountants, as well as deserving public officials.  L-R: Former Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode and Chairman of the Occasion, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode and recipient of CITN ‘Outstanding Contributions to Tax profession’ (Individual category), Mr. Olusesan Okunade during the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, CITN 2025 annual Dinner and Awards at the High Points Event Centre and Suites in Alausa, Ikeja, on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Amongst the recognised experts is Mr. Olusesan Okunade - a seasoned Tax professional, Chartered Accountant and Policy Affairs Analyst, was bestowed with an award of ‘Outstanding Contributions to Tax profession’ (Individual category). Okunade, on Saturday received the Award amidst the glitz at the...
Read more

‘I’d like to be a Host at FIFA World Cup’ - AKO No.1 Ring Announcer, Rubbertainer

Image
JDbaba’s blog sat down with Emmanuel Fajuyitan a.k.a. Rubbertainer, Africa’s leading Ring Announcer for Mixed Martial Arts under African KnockOut (AKO), headed by former UFC Welterweight Champion Kamarudeen Usman. Rubbertainer is also a seasoned Master of Ceremonies (MC), voice-over artist, model, actor, and all-round entertainer. Here are excerpts from the engaging chat:   Please introduce yourself. My name is Emmanuel Fajuyitan, popularly known as Rubbertainer. I’m an entertainer by profession, but a versatile one. I’m comic al ; I’m a great event host, a fantastic voice-over artist, a model, an actor—and currently the official ring announcer for Africa’s biggest fight promotion, the African KnockOut (AKO). People often refer to me as Africa's Number One Ring Announcer. Tell us about your journey into MCing. It’s been an exciting one. I started around 2006/2007. I’ve always been very entertaining, even in casual conversations. So, a friend of mine, Sunday Obembe (we call ...
Read more

NIS Lagos tasks Practitioners on adaptation to Tech, Regulatory Shifts, Skill upgrade

Image
The Nigerian Institution of Surveyors (NIS) Lagos State Branch has called on professionals in Nigeria to brace up for technological integration, workforce shortages, and regulatory complexities to drive multi-sectoral growth. Speaking at a news conference, held to mark the 2026 Global Surveyors’ Day Celebration, at Alausa with the theme: "Surveyors Challenges In Multi Sectoral Growth”, the NIS Chairman of Lagos Branch, Adedeji Olanrewaju, urges practitioners to embrace mentorship and maintain their professional boundaries. From left - Secretary, Nigeria Institution of Surveyors (NIS) Lagos State Branch, Mr Femi Fatoki; Vice Chairman NIS Lagos, Mr Moses Ogundare and Vice Chairman Association of Private Practising Surveyors of Nigeria (APPSN), Mr Gbenga Adams during a news conference on the 2026 Global Surveyors Day "Surveyors Challenges in Multi-Sectional Growth" in Lagos, on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Olanrewaju, spoke through his Vice, Moses Ogundare, highlighted key...
Read more