The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State officially announces Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as the running mate to Dr. Obafemi Hamzat for the February 2027 governorship election. Multiple reports say the party makes the announcement following consultations within the APC in Lagos, with the Lagos APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, presenting Sonayon-James as the deputy governorship candidate. The Punch reports Sonayon-James is 41 years old. After the announcement, Vanguard reports that Sonayon-James thanks President Bola Tinubu and other APC leaders, citing their contributions to the growth of democracy in Nigeria, and pledges support for Hamzat as the ticket’s campaign proceeds. Together, the outlets describe the decision as part of the APC’s preparations for the 2027 Lagos governorship race, with Hamzat as the gubernatorial candidate and Sonayon-James selected to run alongside him as his deputy.
Lagos APC names Damilola Sonayon-James as Obafemi Hamzat’s running mate
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State officially announces Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as the running mate to Dr. Obafemi Hamzat for the February 2027 governorship election. Multiple...
- APC in Lagos names Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as running mate to Dr. Obafemi Hamzat for the 2027 governorship election.
- The election is scheduled for February 2027 in Lagos State.
- The announcement is made by Lagos APC Chairman Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, following consultations.
- One report states Sonayon-James is 41 years old.
- After the selection, Sonayon-James thanks President Bola Tinubu and pledges support for Hamzat.
The APC deputy governorship candidate expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his leadership and contribution to the growth of democracy in Nigeria. The post Lagos 2027: Sonayon-James thanks Tinubu, APC leaders, pledges support for Hamzat appeared first on Vanguard News.
14 hours agoLagos APC announces Damilola Sonayon-James, 41, as running mate to governorship candidate Dr. Obafemi Hamzat. Learn about the new Lagos APC deputy governor Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-apc-unveils-41-year-old-sonayon-james-deputy-gov-pick/
2 days agoLagos APC announces Damilola Sonayan-James as Dr. Obafemi Hamzat’s running mate. Learn about the new Hamzat running mate and her background. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-apc-unveils-hamzats-running-mate/
2 days agoBy Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as the running mate to Dr. Obafemi Hamzat ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Lagos State. The announcement was made on Monday by the Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi. According to Ojelabi, the decision followed wide consultations […] The post 2027: Lagos APC unveils Sonayon-James as Hamzat’s running mate appeared first on Vanguard News.
2 days agoThe All Progressives Congress, APC, has officially declared Princess Damilola Sonayon-James as its running mate to Dr. Obafemi Hamzat for the February 2027 governorship election in Lagos State. The post 2027: Lagos APC unveils Sonayon-James as Hamzat’s running-mate appeared first on Vanguard News.
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