The Digest:
A Lagos State governorship aspirant for the 2027 election, Samuel Ajose, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress governorship race ahead of the party’s primary and declared support for Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat. Ajose described the decision as difficult but necessary for party unity and political stability in Lagos APC. His withdrawal follows that of former governorship candidate Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor), who also stepped down for Hamzat after President Bola Tinubu and APC leaders endorsed the deputy governor.
Key Points:
- Ajose’s withdrawal clears the path for Hamzat as the likely APC consensus candidate.
- The deputy governor now enjoys broad support from both major challengers, strengthening his position.
- Tinubu’s endorsement of Hamzat signals the president’s continued influence over Lagos APC politics.
- Fewer aspirants reduce the risk of a contentious primary that could split the party.
- Hamzat is now positioned to succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu in 2027.
