BREAKING: Seyi Tinubu, Hamzat And Others in For Lagos 2027 Governorship Race [FULL LIST]
As the 2027 general election approaches, several politicians are being discussed in political circles or have shown interest in contesting the Lagos State governorship election, including Seyi Tinubu, Obafemi Hamzat, Akinwunmi Ambode, Mudashiru Obasa, Olajide Adediran, Solomon Adeola and Hakeem Okunola, as consultations and moves continue within and across political parties.
Seyi Tinubu
Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, has been mentioned in media reports and by some political groups as a possible contender. Some supporters have called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State to consider him for the race, while also organising activities around his possible ambition.
Obafemi Hamzat
Obafemi Hamzat is the current deputy governor of Lagos State. His name has appeared in discussions around succession within the ruling party, given his position in the state government.
Akinwunmi Ambode
Akinwunmi Ambode, who governed Lagos State from 2015 to 2019, has been referenced in reports as one of the individuals being considered in conversations about the 2027 election within political circles.
Mudashiru Obasa
Mudashiru Obasa, who serves as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has also been linked to discussions around possible governorship interest due to his role in state politics.
Solomon Adeola (Yayi)
Solomon Adeola, also known as Yayi, has been mentioned in political discussions as one of the figures with experience in federal and state-level politics who could be considered in the contest.
Olajide Adediran (Jandor)
Olajide Adediran, known as Jandor, has already made his governorship ambition known ahead of the 2027 election. He previously contested the 2023 Lagos governorship election under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Hakeem Okunola
Tokunbo Okunola has also been mentioned in some reports and discussions as part of the broader list of individuals linked to interest in the Lagos governorship race.
As party preparations continue, attention is expected to shift to internal consultations, alignment of interests and eventual primaries that will determine candidates for the 2027 election.
