Former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode endorses Kadiri Hamzat for Lagos Governorship and backs President Tinubu’s re-election

Former Governor Ambode congratulates Kadiri Hamzat on the APC Lagos guber ticket and reaffirms his support for President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 30, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Sun Nigeria

Endorsement of Hamzat as Consensus Candidate

In a significant show of party unity, former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode has extended his congratulations to Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat following his emergence as the consensus candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement released on April 30, Ambode characterized Hamzat’s selection as a direct result of his longstanding dedication and loyalty to the party’s core ideals. The former governor emphasized that Hamzat’s extensive consultations with various stakeholders have solidified his reputation as a committed member capable of fostering progress within the state’s political landscape.

Recognition of Two Decades of Public Service

Ambode highlighted Hamzat’s professional trajectory, noting that over twenty years of service within the APC have prepared the Deputy Governor for the executive challenges ahead. According to the former governor, this transition is supported by the trust and confidence of key party leaders who view Hamzat as a governance expert with the necessary capacity to lead Lagos. This endorsement is seen as a strategic move to consolidate support within the APC, ensuring that the transition into the next electoral cycle is handled with a focus on administrative experience and continuity.

Strategic Alignment with President Tinubu

Beyond state-level politics, Ambode used the announcement to firmly back the re-election bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He asserted that the future prosperity of both Lagos and Nigeria is inextricably linked to the continued leadership of the President. Ambode expressed a high degree of confidence in Tinubu’s national vision, suggesting that the current administration's policies are the primary drivers for sustained development. By aligning himself with the presidency, the former governor is signaling a unified front among Lagos APC power brokers ahead of the 2027 polls.