Lagos 2027: Ajose steps down, endorses Hamzat + Video

Dr Samuel Ajose, a Lagos State governorship aspirant, has withdrawn from the governorship race ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election in the state.

He also endorsed the incumbent deputy governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, who is the Lagos APC consensus candidate for the 2027 election in Lagos.

Ajose announced his decision on Tuesday, admitting it was a difficult choice but one made in the interest of the party and broader political stability within Lagos APC.

“I know it’s a very tough decision. I didn’t sleep overnight too. I struggled with it. But when I woke up this morning I had my peace,” he said.

He added that his decision followed careful reflection on what would best serve party members and stakeholders.

“So that’s why I said everything that everyone we will benefit, give it to the givers we’re still going to benefit.

“Because we have, we made sure we took care of the needs of everybody and I think it’s the best for you,” he said.

Formally declaring his withdrawal, Ajose stated: “In the interest of the party, I Governor Samuel Ajose have decided I will let go, I will support Governor Hazmat we’re going to be part of the campaign we’re going to take an important position in his campaign.”

Ajose’s withdrawal comes weeks after former Lagos governorship candidate, Abdul-Azeez Adediran aka Jandor, also pulled out of the race and endorsed Obafemi Hamzat.

Jandor said his decision followed the endorsement of Hamzat by President Bola Tinubu and key All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in Lagos State.