2027: APC Lagos Chapter Announces Sonayon-James as Hamzat's Deputy Governor Candidate

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Obafemi Hamzat

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By Olasunkanmi Akoni

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LAGOS — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as the running mate to Dr. Obafemi Hamzat ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Lagos State.

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The announcement was made on Monday by the Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi.

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According to Ojelabi, the decision followed wide consultations within the party and received backing from key stakeholders, including the Governance Advisory Committee (GAC), the party’s highest decision-making body in the state.

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He said the choice was based on considerations of competence, leadership capacity, grassroots acceptance, party loyalty, and the ability to contribute to Lagos State’s development.

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Ojelabi described Sonayon-James as a committed party member with experience across public policy, governance, and community development, noting that she currently serves as the APC Deputy Woman Leader in Lagos State.

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He expressed confidence that the Hamzat–Sonayon-James ticket combines experience and innovation, which he said would advance the state’s development agenda.

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The APC chairman also urged residents to support the party, describing its ticket as one focused on continuity, inclusive growth, and sustainable development.

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Sonayon-James, 41, is a governance and development professional with over 15 years of experience spanning public policy, institutional development, sustainability, and community engagement.

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She previously served as Supervisor for Agriculture and Social Services in Badagry-West Local Council Development Area, where she implemented initiatives in agriculture, women empowerment, youth inclusion, education, and social welfare.

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She has also been active in grassroots mobilisation, women leadership development, youth empowerment, and community advocacy across Lagos State.

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