Hon. James Faleke Backs Kadri Hamzat for 2027 Lagos Governorship, Directs Supporters to Align
By Trek Africa Newspaper
A fresh political signal has emerged within the Lagos chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as James Faleke, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, has openly declared support for the state’s Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, ahead of next month’s gubernatorial primary.
The lawmaker made his position known on Friday, In a statement shared via his official social media handle, Faleke urged party faithful to unite behind Hamzat, stating:
“Good evening all. As we prepare for Party primaries next month, I urge all our supporters in Ikeja Federal Constituency and Lagos State to support Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat as the next Governor of Lagos State from 2027-2035. IJN. Amen!”
The endorsement is expected to shape political alignments within the APC in Lagos as consultations and power negotiations intensify ahead of the primaries.
The medium will continue to monitor developments within the ruling party as the race for the 2027 governorship gathers momentum.
Source: Lagos Reporter
