Lagos Government Debunks Resignation Rumors as Governor Sanwo-Olu Endorses Deputy for 2027

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu debunks health-related resignation rumors and officially endorses Deputy Obafemi Hamzat for the 2027 governorship race.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 28, 2026, 8:42 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Channels Television

Official Denial of Health Related Resignation Claims

The Lagos State Government has formally addressed and dismissed viral reports suggesting that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had been ordered to vacate his office on medical grounds. Gboyega Akosile, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, characterized the allegations as deliberate falsehoods designed to mislead the public. According to Akosile, the Governor remains in excellent health and continues to discharge his constitutional responsibilities with a sound mind, refuting any narrative that a handover of power to his deputy was imminent due to physical incapacity.

Strategic Political Transition and Deputy Endorsement

While addressing the rumors, the state government revealed that Governor Sanwo-Olu held a high level meeting with Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat on Monday. During this session, Hamzat formally notified the Governor of his intention to contest for the Lagos governorship seat in the 2027 elections. Far from being a forced transition, the meeting was described as a cordial consultation among state leaders, marking the beginning of the ruling All Progressives Congress internal succession strategy.

Governor Sanwo-Olu Evaluates Successor Readiness

In a significant show of political support, Governor Sanwo-Olu publicly endorsed Hamzat’s candidacy during a gathering at the Lagos House in Marina. The Governor described his deputy as a thoroughly prepared candidate, using descriptive metaphors to suggest that Hamzat has been well baked and refined for the complexities of leading Nigeria's economic hub. This unanimous backing from state stakeholders and council chairmen suggests a consolidated front within the party leadership as they look toward the post Sanwo-Olu era.