Samuel Ajose Withdraws from Lagos APC Guber Race, Backs Obafemi Hamzat

Samuel Ajose Withdraws from Lagos APC Guber Race, Backs Obafemi Hamzat

Samuel Ajose, a governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos, has withdrawn from the 2027 race and endorsed Obafemi Hamzat, the state’s deputy governor and the party’s consensus candidate.

Speaking to supporters on Tuesday, Ajose described the decision as difficult but necessary for party unity and the overall interest of Lagos residents.

“I know it is a very tough decision. I struggled with it overnight, but by morning, I had my peace,” he said.

He added that his focus is on collective progress and revealed plans to join Hamzat’s campaign team in a key capacity.

“In the interest of the party, I have decided to step down. I will support Dr Hamzat, and we will take up an important role in his campaign,” Ajose stated.

Ajose’s withdrawal follows a similar move by Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor), who also stepped down and endorsed Hamzat after President Bola Tinubu and Lagos APC leaders threw their weight behind the deputy governor.

Speaking to supporters on Tuesday, Ajose described the decision as difficult but necessary for party unity and the overall interest of Lagos residents.

“I know it is a very tough decision. I struggled with it overnight, but by morning, I had my peace,” he said.

He added that his focus is on collective progress and revealed plans to join Hamzat’s campaign team in a key capacity.

“In the interest of the party, I have decided to step down. I will support Dr Hamzat, and we will take up an important role in his campaign,” Ajose stated.

Ajose’s withdrawal follows a similar move by Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor), who also stepped down and endorsed Hamzat after President Bola Tinubu and Lagos APC leaders threw their weight behind the deputy governor.