2027: Animashaun Backs Tinubu, Hamzat
A Lagos state Renewed Hope Ambassador, and Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government Council Area, Princess Surah Animashaun, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office and declared Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as its preferred candidate for the 2027 Lagos governorship election.
The endorsement was contained in a statement issued at the weekend and signed by the Chairperson, who described both leaders as “tested reformers” with proven capacity to deliver sustained growth and development.
According to Princess Animashaun, the decision followed extensive consultations within the council’s All Progressive Congress (APC) caucus and others, with a consensus on the need for continuity in governance at both federal and state levels.
She said the administration of President Tinubu has shown commitment to economic reforms, infrastructure development and institutional restructuring, adding that such policies require time and consistency to yield full results.
“We believe the ongoing reforms need continuity and political will to mature. President Tinubu has demonstrated courage in implementing difficult but necessary policies, and a second term will help consolidate these gains,” the statement said.
Princess Animashaun noted that reforms in fiscal management and governance are gradually repositioning the country for long-term economic and fiscal growth, stressing that policy stability remains critical.
In the same vein, Princess Animashaun described Hamzat as a “silent achiever,” noiseless and responsible leader whose contributions have played a key role in sustaining the state’s development trajectory.
She said Hamzat’s experience in public service, particularly in infrastructure, education, tourism, empowerment, science and technology, makes him well-matched to lead Lagos into its next phase of growth and development the state deserved.
“Dr Hamzat has displayed competence, loyalty and a deep understanding of Lagos’ development blueprint. His participation in digital governance and public service reforms reflects a revolutionary leadership approach,” Princess Animashaun added.
She emphasised that Lagos, as a rapidly expanding megacity, requires leadership that combines continuity with innovation to address challenges such as population growth, developmental innovation, urban infrastructure and economic expansion.
Princess Animasahaun called on Nigerians and Lagos residents to support her position, stressing that sustained leadership is key to consolidating development gains, noting that she has begun grassroots mobilisation across the council to build support for both Tinubu and Hamzat ahead of the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that its endorsement reflects broader public aspirations for stability and progress.
