By Aderonke Ojediran
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State says it will unveil the 2027 governorship election manifesto of its candidate, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, on Oct. 30.
Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro, Director-General of the President Bola Tinubu-Kadri Hamzat Campaign Council, announced this at a news conference at the campaign office in Ikeja, on Sunday.
Obanikoro said the manifesto launch, scheduled to hold at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, formerly the National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, would present Hamzat’s vision and development priorities for Lagos.
He said the campaign’s central message was continuity, shared progress and inclusive development, with emphasis on improving residents’ quality of life.
According to him, the manifesto will address critical sectors, including transportation, housing, infrastructure, healthcare, security, environmental management and human capital development.
“Continuity is not about doing things the same way simply because they have been done before.
“It is about building on what works, correcting what needs improvement and developing new solutions to emerging challenges,” he said.
Obanikoro said Lagos, with its growing population and cosmopolitan character, required a development agenda that recognised the different needs of its residents and communities.
He said the manifesto aimed to promote equal opportunities regardless of gender, social status, background or location, while ensuring that no community was left behind.
The campaign director-general said Hamzat’s experience as a three-time commissioner and current Deputy Governor of Lagos State would inform his approach to consolidating existing development projects and addressing emerging challenges.
He said the campaign would prioritise policies that support economic growth, attract investment, encourage innovation and strengthen public services.
Obanikoro said the proposed agenda would also take into account the needs of Lagos’ diverse population, adding that development policies must reflect the realities of different communities rather than adopt a one-size-fits-all approach.
He disclosed that consultations had been held with traditional rulers, religious leaders, market women, traders, youths, professionals and other stakeholders to ensure that their concerns informed the proposed development priorities.
According to him, the manifesto will be made available for public download after its presentation to enable residents examine the proposals and provide constructive feedback.
Obanikoro said the launch would be broadcast live from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., with coverage across television and the campaign’s digital platforms.
He urged party members and other stakeholders to participate in the process, saying the manifesto would outline the campaign’s proposed policy direction for the state.
Earlier, Mr Seye Oladejo, Lagos APC spokesperson, in his welcome address, said the manifesto presentation was an opportunity to communicate the party’s development priorities to residents ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
Oladejo said the exercise would enable the party to present its proposals for the state’s future and engage residents on issues affecting their communities.
He said the campaign’s emphasis on continuity and shared progress reflected the need to build on existing development efforts while identifying areas requiring improvement.
Oladejo urged party members and stakeholders to remain engaged in the process, noting that public participation was important in ensuring that the proposed policies addressed the needs and expectations of Lagos residents.
He said the party would continue to communicate its plans to the public as preparations for the 2027 election gather momentum.
Officials and party chieftain at the programme include Mr Gbenga Omotoso,Commissioner for Information and Strategy;Mr Hakeem Bello, the Deputy Director of the Communication and Information Directorate of the campaign council and Mrs Bola Akingbehin, Secretary ,Communication and Information Directorate.(NAN)
Edited by Bolaji Buhari
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