2027: Adefulire drums support for Tinubu, Hamzat

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Mrs Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire

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Mrs Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, a former deputy governor of Lagos State, has urged members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and residents of the state to rally behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid.

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She also called for support for the aspiration of the Lagos APC governorship candidate, Dr Obafemi Hamzat,ahead of 2027.

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Orelope-Adefulire made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Thursday.

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The former deputy governor said that Tinubu-led administration had laid a solid foundation for national development.

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She described Hamzat as a man experience, competence,saying he possessed the leadership qualities required to sustain the state’s development strides.

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“President Tinubu has demonstrated courageous and visionary leadership through bold reforms aimed at repositioning Nigeria for sustainable growth.

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“Also , Hamzat has consistently shown competence, loyalty and unwavering commitment to the progress of Lagos State,” she said.

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She said that Hamzat was a seasoned administrator, adding his years of service in government had prepared him to consolidate on the achievements of successive APC administrations in the state.

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“Hamzat understands the needs and aspirations of Lagosians. His experience, humility and dedication to public service make him the right person to lead Lagos to greater heights,” she said.

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According to her, the APC has continued to distinguish itself through impactful governance, infrastructural development, economic growth and people-oriented policies.

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“The party has earned the confidence of the people through consistent delivery of democratic dividends, and I urge Lagos residents to sustain their support for APC at all levels,” she added.

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She called on party leaders, stakeholders and supporters to remain united and committed throughout the electoral process.

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Adefulire said that unity remained the party’s greatest strength.

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“Victory is assured when we remain focused, united and committed to our collective vision of building a greater Lagos and a more prosperous Nigeria,” she said.

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Orelope-Adefulire urged eligible Nigerians to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and actively participate in the forthcoming general election.

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“Every eligible citizen has a responsibility to vote and contribute to strengthening our democracy by supporting credible and capable leaders,” she said.

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She expressed confidence that Tinubu would secure a second term in office and that Hamzat would emerge victorious in the governorship election.

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“I have no doubt that President Tinubu will continue to reposition Nigeria, while Hamzat will make Lagos proud by building on the state’s enduring legacy of excellence and progress,” she said.

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