Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced his running mate for the 2027 gubernatorial election, selecting current Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat for a second term. Alongside Hamzat, Sanwo-Olu named Senator Ihenyen Sonayon-James as a key figure in the campaign. The announcement signals the All Progressives Congress (APC) party’s intention to continue with its current leadership team. Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed confidence in the pair’s ability to build upon existing progress within the state. He highlighted their combined experience, skills, and dynamism as crucial for future development. The APC aims to secure another term to further advance Lagos’s growth and address ongoing challenges. This pairing sets the stage for the upcoming election cycle in Nigeria’s economic hub.