President Bola Tinubu has backed Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the preferred successor to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State.
Sanwo-Olu announced the endorsement in a statement posted on his social media pages on Wednesday.
He said Tinubu gave the endorsement during a meeting with members of the Lagos Governance Advisory Council (GAC) at the State House, Abuja.
📢 Stay Updated — Join Our WhatsApp Channel
💬 Be Part of Our WhatsApp Community
Join our WhatsApp Channel for curated updates, breaking stories, and exclusive insights from our newsroom.
📲 Join 👉 NRTC WhatsApp Channel
This positioned Hamzat as the leading contender for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket ahead of the party’s primaries scheduled for late May.
Sanwo-Olu welcomed the President’s decision, describing it as a strong affirmation of Hamzat’s competence and years of service within the administration.
READ ALSO
He said Hamzat had been a dependable partner in government, adding that the endorsement reflected both trust and continuity in leadership.
“Femi has been a reliable partner, and seeing him receive the President’s backing is a bold statement of trust, confidence and assurance from our leader that he is truly the best man for the job,” Sanwo-Olu said.
Reliable
According to the governor, the development reinforces the continuity of the “Greater Lagos” vision, which has guided the administration since 2019.
The endorsement follows a series of internal political alignments within the Lagos APC structure.
Earlier in the week, Sanwo-Olu and the GAC, the party’s highest decision-making body in the state, unanimously endorsed Hamzat.
Hamzat had served as Deputy Governor since 2019.
🔍 Explore More
- NRTC English Knowledge Base – Learn, improve, and sharpen your English skills.
- Top Stories From Around the World – Stay informed with the latest global news and insights.
- Specially Curated Listicles – Discover interesting lists, guides, and deep dives selected for our readers.
- Stay Updated: Join our mailing list and never miss the latest articles and updates from NRTC.
