President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has endorsed the adoption of Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the consensus candidate of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) for the 2027 governorship election. The decision was affirmed during a meeting held on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

The move signals early consolidation within the Lagos APC ahead of the next electoral cycle.

Abuja Meeting Signals Strategic Alignment

The meeting brought together members of the GAC, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Hamzat, with discussions centred on party direction and succession planning. The outcome reflects a coordinated effort to maintain internal cohesion.

Tinubu’s backing adds weight to the council’s position and clarifies the emerging power structure.

GAC Reasserts Influence in Lagos Politics

The Governance Advisory Council has historically played a decisive role in shaping leadership choices within the Lagos APC. Its adoption of Hamzat reinforces its continued influence in determining the party’s direction.

The latest decision aligns with the council’s tradition of consensus-driven candidate selection.

Hamzat Gains Early Momentum in 2027 Race

With support from both the GAC and the President, Hamzat’s position strengthens significantly within the party. His role as deputy governor places him within the core of the state’s political machinery.

The endorsement is likely to shape calculations among other potential aspirants.