I understand Lagos thoroughly – Hamzat

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Hamzat

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for Lagos State in 2027, Dr Kadri Hamzat, says he is the best candidate.

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Hamzat, the current Deputy Governor of Lagos, said this was because of his understanding of the history and politics of the state.

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He spoke on Sunday at the 70th Harvest Anniversary and Thanksgiving Service of Cherubim and Seraphim Society, Olorunsogo Parish, Ese-Ofin, Lagos.

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According to him, anyone who does not understand the history and politics of a state would find it difficult to govern effectively.

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“I know the people that have ruled this state before and if I have any problems on land issues, I know where to go.

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“Though nobody is perfect, I understand Lagos thoroughly,” he said.

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Hamzat urged Lagos residents to beware of politicians who make attractive promises during election campaigns.

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“Now we have come to campaign period, different politicians will come to you to canvass for votes, promising heaven and earth.

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“We in APC will not lie because we know the situation of things in the state.

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“Lagos is more important than being used for jokes. Today, Nigeria is collecting over 33 per cent GDP from Lagos.

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“So, the state cannot be taken for granted. We cannot just allow any inexperienced person to rule the state,” he said.

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The Deputy Governor said his experience in government had prepared him to lead the state.

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“I was working in New York in 2005 when President Bola Tinubu, then Governor of Lagos, visited the city.

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“He saw me while I was presenting a paper and invited me back home to join his government.

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“Since then, I have worked as Commissioner for Science and Technology, Commissioner for Works and currently as Deputy Governor of the state.

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“I understand the history and politics of Lagos,” he said.

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Hamzat also urged Nigerians to continue praying for the country, saying God had a purpose for creating them in Nigeria.

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Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, wife of the Lagos State Governor, said she was delighted to celebrate the 70th Harvest Anniversary with church members.

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“I haven’t been here for over four years, but thank God I am here today to celebrate with you.

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“We are grateful to God for giving us someone like the Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, who came from here,” she said.

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Rev. Esther Ajayi, Founder of Love of Christ Generation Church, urged Nigerians to continue praying for their leaders.

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She prayed for God’s mercy, saying it was through His mercy that people could excel in life.

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In his remarks, Ojelabi, Lagos State APC Chairman and senior apostle of the church, said the anniversary was organised to give back to society.

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According to him, the celebration was divided into three parts, beginning with a Night of Praise on Friday.

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“To cap it up, we realised we are in a rural area and needed to encourage our people through medical check-ups.

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“So, that brought the idea of medical outreach on Saturday, and I’m so glad many people turned up for the programme. Today is the grand finale,” he said.

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Ojelabi urged Nigerians to draw closer to God and have faith in Him.

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He also urged religious leaders to imbibe Christian values in their activities, saying people were watching them.

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Traditional rulers, APC chieftains, Lagos State commissioners, local government chairmen and members of the Lagos State House of Assembly attended the anniversary.

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