- Hamzat Appoints Obanikoro as Campaign DG Ahead of 2027 Lagos Governorship Race
- Obanikoro is a veteran politician with extensive experience in Lagos politics
- Political observers believe the choice of Obanikoro reflects Hamzat’s determination to build a broad-based and formidable campaign structure
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, has appointed former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, as the Director-General of his campaign organisation ahead of the 2027 Lagos State governorship election.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the appointment is seen as a major strategic step aimed at strengthening Hamzat’s political structure as preparations for the governorship race begin to gather momentum.
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Obanikoro, a veteran politician with extensive experience in Lagos politics, is expected to oversee campaign operations, coordinate stakeholder engagement and drive grassroots mobilisation efforts across the state.
The development comes amid increasing political realignments within the Lagos chapter of the All Progressives Congress, where Hamzat is reportedly enjoying growing support from influential party leaders and stakeholders ahead of the 2027 election.
Political observers believe the choice of Obanikoro reflects Hamzat’s determination to build a broad-based and formidable campaign structure capable of consolidating support across key voting blocs in Lagos as the battle for the state’s top office gradually takes shape.
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