Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode, joined other All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders at a rally on Thursday at the Epe Recreational Ground in Epe, urging residents of Lagos East to back President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid and the governorship candidacy of Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat in the 2027 general elections.
Sanwo-Olu credited Tinubu with laying a solid foundation for Lagos over two decades ago and said the state had become one of Africa's most sought-after city-states through deliberate policies and strategic planning. He urged residents to show their appreciation by turning out in large numbers on January 16 and voting massively for the President, arguing that Tinubu's transition to the national stage had allowed his development philosophy to be replicated across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones. The governor also endorsed Hamzat as his preferred successor, saying continuity of good governance was essential, and appealed for votes for all APC candidates.S1S2
Ambode highlighted the APC's consistency and longstanding presence in Lagos politics, describing the party as one that represents the people and stressing cooperation between the party and the electorate. He urged party members to mobilise at the grassroots and secure victory at polling units, wards and local government areas. Lagos APC Chairman Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi described Hamzat as having the administrative experience and institutional knowledge needed to sustain the state's progress, saying his selection was deliberate and aimed at consolidating past gains while introducing fresh ideas.S1S2
Hamzat, the party's governorship candidate, told residents not to stay at home on election day but to come out with their Permanent Voter Cards and ensure everyone in their neighbourhood votes, noting that Lagos has the highest number of registered voters in Nigeria. Senator Tokunbo Abiru, who represents Lagos East Senatorial District, also urged residents to support Tinubu's re-election. The rally formed part of the party's ongoing mobilisation in Lagos East ahead of the 2027 polls.S1S2
