2027: Hamzat right man for Lagos, says Ashafa

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Gbenga Bareehu Ashafa

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A former Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Sen. Gbenga Ashafa, has urged Lagos residents to support the aspiration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Dr Obafemi Hamzat,for 2027.

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Ashafa made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Friday in Lagos.

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He said that Hamzat possessed the competence, experience and leadership qualities required to sustain the development strides of the state.

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According to him, support for Hamzat is support for continuity, progress, stability and accelerated socio-economic development in the state.

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“Dr Hamzat is a tested and trusted public servant with an outstanding record of performance.

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“Lagosians can confidently entrust the future of the state to him because he has demonstrated capacity, integrity and commitment to public service,” Ashafa said.

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He said that the APC governorship candidate as a widely accepted and marketable candidate whose achievements in public office had endeared him to many residents across the state.

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“Hamzat is a sellable candidate with proven competence and experience.

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“I urge all residents to support him because he represents the continuity of purposeful and people-oriented governance,” he said.

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Ashafa called on party members and supporters to intensify grassroots mobilisation and community engagement ahead of the 2027 general election.

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“The strength of the APC has always been its grassroots support.

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“Every member should become an ambassador of the party by reaching out to families, neighbours and communities with our message of continuity and development,” he said.

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He dismissed suggestions of disunity within the APC, insisting that members remained united and committed to ensuring the party’s victory at the polls.

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“There is no division within our party. We are united, focused and determined to deliver victory for Dr Hamzat and President Bola Tinubu.

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“The challenges experienced during the last general election, 2023 in Lagos state have strengthened our resolve to work harder,” he said.

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Ashafa expressed confidence that the APC would secure victory by a comfortable margin in Lagos State and across the country in the 2027 general election.

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“I am optimistic that Nigerians and Lagosians will once again renew their confidence in the APC because of its achievements and commitment to national development.

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“We are confident of winning convincingly,” he said.

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The former senator commended Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his administration remarkable achievements in infrastructure, transportation, education, healthcare and economic development.

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“Gov. Sanwo-Olu has laid a solid foundation through impactful projects and people-centred policies.

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“Dr Hamzat understands the vision of this administration and has the capacity to consolidate on these achievements for the benefit of all Lagosians,” he said.

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Ashafa also urged youths, women and first-time voters to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and actively participate in the electoral process.

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He said that their votes would determine the future of Lagos State.

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“Our democracy can only grow when citizens participate actively in elections.

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“I encourage every eligible voter to register, collect their PVCs and vote responsibly for credible leaders who have the capacity to deliver good governance,” he said.

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He reaffirmed his confidence in Hamzat’s leadership, expressing optimism that his administration would deepen inclusive governance, promote economic prosperity and further strengthen Lagos’ position as Nigeria’s leading commercial hub.

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“I have no doubt that Dr Hamzat will justify the confidence reposed in him by Lagosians.

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“His administration will build a more prosperous, secure and inclusive Lagos where every resident will have the opportunity to thrive,” Ashafa said.

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