The Conference 57 League of Chairmen has unanimously endorsed the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, as its preferred candidate for the 2027 Lagos State governorship election.
Epe Insights reports that the endorsement was announced during a gathering of council chairmen held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, where members of Conference 57 expressed confidence in Dr. Hamzat’s leadership and commitment to governance.
The endorsement reflects growing political support for the deputy governor ahead of political activities leading to the 2027 governorship race in Lagos State.
Conference 57 members described Dr. Hamzat as a dedicated public servant whose contributions to governance and development have continued to impact Lagos positively.
The chairmen noted that his experience in public administration and loyalty to the progressive ideals of Lagos State positioned him as a strong candidate for the governorship seat.
The endorsement was made unanimously by the league of local government chairmen during deliberations at the meeting.
Speaking on behalf of the group, the Chairman of Conference 57, Engr. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, described Dr. Hamzat as a visionary leader with the competence and capacity to lead Lagos State to greater heights.
He stated that the deputy governor’s track record in governance, policy implementation, and service delivery earned him the trust and confidence of the chairmen.
According to Olowa, the endorsement also reflects the collective desire of local government leaders to sustain continuity in governance and development across Lagos State.
The Conference 57 League of Chairmen further pledged its commitment and support toward ensuring the realization of the aspiration for the overall benefit of Lagos residents.
Political stakeholders present at the gathering applauded the endorsement, describing it as a major political development within the ruling political structure in Lagos State.
Epe Insights reports that discussions at the meeting also focused on governance, grassroots development, and the future political direction of the state ahead of the next election cycle.
Observers believe the endorsement could strengthen political conversations surrounding the 2027 governorship succession plan within the state.
Supporters of the deputy governor also commended the Conference 57 leadership for what they described as a bold and strategic political decision.
The endorsement is expected to further boost consultations and alignments among political stakeholders as preparations gradually begin ahead of the 2027 elections.
