The Presence Of Lagos CP At City Boy Movement's Inauguration In Lagos Was For Security, Not For Political Endorsement - Bashir Ahmad

The City Boy Movement has addressed the attendance of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, at their Lagos chapter inauguration.

Following criticism on social media, National Director, Media Monitoring & Rapid Response of the City Boy Movement, Bashir Ahmad, issued a press statement on Wednesday to explain why CP Fatai attended the event.

Ahmad defended the commissioner’s attendance at their Lagos chapter inauguration, arguing it was for standard security duties rather than political endorsement.

 

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“The attention of the City Boy Movement has been drawn to comments, reports and public commentary seeking to attach political significance to the attendance of the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, at the inauguration of the City Boy Movement’s Lagos State Chapter,” he wrote in a post on his official X account.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the mere presence of the Commissioner of Police at a public event should not, without more, be interpreted as political endorsement, partisan participation or institutional alignment with the organisers of that event.”

Ahmad stressed that public officers, particularly those charged with maintaining law and order, regularly attend or deploy personnel to public gatherings in the discharge of their official responsibilities.

According to him, such responsibilities extend to political, civic, religious, professional, educational and community events where security considerations require their presence or supervision.

He pointed out that their attendance at such events, standing alone, does not constitute support for, affiliation with or endorsement of any organisation or cause.

“The constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Nigeria Police Force include the preservation of public peace, the protection of lives and property, the prevention and detection of crime, and the maintenance of law and order during lawful public assemblies,” Ahmad stated.

“These responsibilities are owed equally to all persons and organisations without discrimination and should not be misconstrued as evidence of institutional bias or political preference.

“Accordingly, it is neither fair nor accurate to infer, solely from the Commissioner’s attendance, that the Nigeria Police Force has taken a partisan position or abandoned its obligation of professional neutrality. Public institutions should be assessed on the basis of objective facts rather than conjecture or speculation.”

Ahmad said the City Boy Movement respects the constitutional role and institutional independence of all security agencies, therefore, they neither seek nor expect preferential treatment from any agency of government.

Like every law-abiding organisation, he said he expects only that the lawful activities of the movement will continue to enjoy the protection guaranteed by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and other applicable laws.

“We equally acknowledge and appreciate the professional security arrangements that ensured the peaceful, orderly and incident-free conduct of the inauguration. Professional policing contributes significantly to public confidence in democratic institutions and facilitates the exercise of citizens’ constitutional freedoms, including the right to peaceful assembly,” Ahmad said.

“We therefore urge members of the public, stakeholders and commentators to exercise restraint, promote factual discourse and refrain from attributing partisan motives where no credible evidence exists. Responsible public commentary strengthens democratic institutions, whereas speculation and misinformation unnecessarily undermine public confidence in institutions established to serve all Nigerians.

“The City Boy Movement remains steadfast in its commitment to peaceful democratic engagement, responsible political participation, respect for the rule of law, and constructive nation-building in accordance with the Constitution and the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

The statement addresses backlash from viral videos and opposition criticism by stressing police neutrality obligations and urging factual discourse over speculation about institutional bias.

City Boy Movement is a youth-led pro-Tinubu group founded by the President’s son, Seyi Tinubu, focused on grassroots mobilization, youth empowerment, and support for the Renewed Hope Agenda ahead of the 2027 elections.

  

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APC Has Failed And APM Is The Credible Alternative - Party's Lagos Governorship Candidate, Prince Laja Adeoye, As Party Begins Grassroots Mobilization Drive In The State

The Lagos state governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Prince Laja Adeoye has condemned the APC’s handling of affairs of governance at both the federal and state levels, saying the APM is the only credible and viable party to rescue the country in 2027. Prince Laja Adeoye  made this known shortly after the party uploaded his name as its Lagos state governorship candidate on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal, an event that marked a significant step in the party’s preparations for the 2027 general elections.

The party said the upload makes Adeoye the first governorship aspirant in Lagos State to be formally registered on the INEC portal ahead of the February 6, 2027 governorship election.

Adeoye’s running mate, Coker Oluwatobi Adeyemi Grace, was also uploaded on the portal, according to a statement issued following a strategic working visit by the Lagos APM leadership to the party’s national headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday.

 

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The delegation was led by the Lagos State Chairman of the party, Mrs. Bunmi Adeyemo, and the Coordinator of the Laja Adeoye Campaign Organisation (LACO), Otunba S. Alebiosu. Other party officials present included the National Secretary, National Organising Secretary, Oyo State Chairman, Director of Information and Communication Technology, and the Kwara State Chairman.

According to the statement, discussions during the meeting centred on the party’s progress in Lagos State and strategies for strengthening its electoral prospects ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking after the upload, Adeoye said Nigerians were increasingly seeking an alternative to the current political leadership across the country.

He said the APM was positioning itself as a credible option for voters dissatisfied with the performance of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

“Nigerians are yearning for a new beginning, a decisive change of government at the centre, in Lagos State and across the federation, to end the continued mis-governance of the APC. The APM is the credible alternative Nigerians need now,” he said.

Adeoye is expected to contest against the APC candidate, with incumbent Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat widely projected as a leading contender for the party’s ticket.

The party also disclosed that it had uploaded Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as its presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election, describing him and Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, as part of a team of “credible and widely accepted” leaders working under the national leadership of Alhaji Yusuf Mamman Dantale.

Meanwhile, the Lagos State Forum of Local Government Chairmen of the party pledged to intensify grassroots mobilisation efforts across the state as part of plans to strengthen the party’s structure ahead of the elections.

In a communiqué signed by the Forum Chairman, Olanrewaju Ayinde, the party resolved to embark on aggressive membership recruitment, voter mobilisation and consolidation of party structures across the state’s 20 local government areas, 37 local council development areas, wards and polling units.

The forum expressed confidence in Adeoye’s candidacy, describing him as a credible alternative for Lagos and commending his efforts to expand the party’s presence in the state.

Adeoye said his governorship bid would be anchored on the “Atunto Eko Agenda,” a policy framework aimed at addressing governance, economic and social challenges facing Lagos residents.

According to him, the agenda focuses on economic prosperity, accountable governance, security, youth empowerment and infrastructural renewal across the state.

He said the blueprint prioritises job creation for graduates, support for market women and artisans, affordable healthcare, and efforts to tackle transportation and housing challenges.

“Lagos deserves a government that works for everyone, not just a few. Atunto Eko is about transparency, inclusion and delivering results that Lagosians can feel in their pockets,” Adeoye stated.

The party said it would continue to expand its support base across Lagos and other parts of the country under the campaign slogans #Laja4ResetLagos2027 and #SeyiMakinde4President, as it seeks to position itself as an alternative platform in the 2027 elections.

  

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Real Reason Tinubu Lost Lagos To Peter Obi In 2023 - Obanikoro

Why Tinubu lost Lagos in 2023 election – Obanikoro

A former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, has revealed why President Bola Tinubu was defeated in Lagos State  during the2023 presidential

election.

Obanikoro revealed that the defeat was caused by concerns over the All Progressives Congress’ Muslim-Muslim ticket, not Labour Party candidate Peter Obi.

He made the claim during an interview on Mic On, a podcast hosted by Channels Television journalist Seun Okinbaloye, which was posted online on Sunday.

 

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According to him, many voters were apprehensive about what a Muslim-Muslim presidency would mean for Christians, a perception he said ultimately worked

against Tinubu in Lagos.

“Let me tell you, what defeated us in Lagos was the Muslim-Muslim ticket, not Peter Obi. People were afraid because they didn’t know what Tinubu’s presidency

will look like.

“People thought it was a situation where the Christian in Nigeria would be relegated, and that has been defeated because Tinubu is a Muslim, but he is

not a religious bigot that will carry one religion over another.

“His wife is a pastor. His son, Seyi is a Christian. He was born a Muslim. He became a Christian. Most of the people in his cabinet are Christians,” he

said.

The Muslim-Muslim ticket adopted by the APC ahead of the 2023 presidential election generated widespread debate after Tinubu picked former Borno State

Governor Kashim Shettima, also a Muslim, as his running mate.

While the APC defended the decision as being based on competence and electoral strategy, critics argued it failed to reflect Nigeria’s religious diversity.

In the February 25, 2023 presidential election, Tinubu suffered a surprise defeat in Lagos, his political stronghold, losing to Labour Party candidate

Peter Obi, marking the first time the former Lagos governor lost a presidential election in the state widely regarded as his political base.

Despite the Lagos result, Tinubu went on to win the presidential election nationwide and was sworn in as Nigeria’s President on May 29, 2023.

  

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2027: Shun All Forms Of Electoral Violence - Oba Akiolu Urges Youths

The Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, has called on Nigerian youths to reject political violence and participate peacefully in the country’s democratic process ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The monarch made the appeal on Saturday when he received members of the Forum of All Progressives Congress (APC) State Chairmen, led by the forum’s chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, during a courtesy visit to his palace at Iga-Idungaran in Lagos.

Akiolu urged young Nigerians not to allow themselves to be used by politicians to foment violence, stressing that peaceful elections remain critical to the country’s democratic development.

He also called on political parties, candidates and other stakeholders to conduct their activities in accordance with the law before, during and after the elections.

According to the monarch, the nation’s youths have a significant role to play in promoting peace, unity and national development through responsible participation in the electoral process.

He also appealed to APC state chairmen to demonstrate honesty, integrity and selfless leadership in the discharge of their responsibilities, noting that national development depends on leaders who place public interest above personal gain.

The traditional ruler expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging Nigerians to remain patient with the administration as it implements economic and governance reforms.

“Be patient with President Bola Tinubu as he implements reform programmes for the country to get better. President Tinubu means well for Nigerians and is grassroots-focused,” Akiolu said.

He maintained that the President had taken bold decisions aimed at stabilising the economy and strengthening national institutions, expressing confidence that the reforms would yield positive results if given sufficient time.

Akiolu also predicted victory for Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, saying he believed the President would secure another mandate if allowed to complete his reform agenda.

The monarch further urged Nigerians to continue praying for the President, as well as for peace, unity and stability across the country, while acknowledging the prevailing economic and security challenges facing the nation.

He condemned vote-buying and the growing monetisation of politics, warning that such practices undermine democracy and the credibility of elections. He also encouraged eligible citizens to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards and participate actively in future elections.

Akiolu equally appealed to journalists to uphold professional ethics by reporting accurately and responsibly, saying balanced journalism contributes to national peace and development.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the APC Chairman in Edo State, Jarrett Tenebe, said party leaders across the country were working to strengthen the APC ahead of future elections.

Tenebe said APC state chairmen had resolved to mobilise support for President Tinubu’s administration and improve the party’s electoral performance nationwide.

He disclosed that the party in Edo State had set a target of delivering 2.5 million votes for the President in the next presidential election, attributing the optimism to what he described as the developmental efforts of both the Federal Government and the Edo State Government.

He thanked the Oba of Lagos for receiving the delegation and for offering prayers, expressing confidence that the monarch’s blessings would encourage party members as preparations for the 2027 general elections continue.

  

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Tokunbo Wahab, Rhodes-Vivour Clash Over Waste Disposal In Lagos

A back-and-forth has ensued between the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, and the Labour Party Lagos State governorship candidate in the 2023 election, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour.

This began after Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, issued a directive for the immediate scale-up of waste evacuation across the state following the recent buildup of refuse in some parts of the state.

“LAWMA, LASEPA, and the Ministry of Environment are currently working around the clock. We have deployed extra trucks and personnel to clear the backlogs across all affected neighbourhoods. You should already see progress on the streets, and we will not stop until our city is completely clean again,” Sanwo-Olu said.

Reacting, Rhodes-Vivour, who lost the 2023 election to Sanwo-Olu, described the governor’s directive as an admission of failure, not a solution.

Sharing on X, he stated that Lagosians do not need periodic emergency evacuations of mountains of refuse. “What they need is a functional waste management system that prevents waste from accumulating in the first place,” he said.

He lamented that for years, residents have endured overflowing dumps, uncollected refuse, blocked drainage channels, and worsening environmental conditions despite billions of naira allocated to environmental management.

“The fact that you now have to ‘direct an immediate scale-up’ after waste has already overwhelmed communities is an utter failure of leadership,” Rhodes-Vivour said.

Responding, Commissioner Wahab reminded Rhodes-Vivour of the humongous task Lagos faces in terms of waste collection.

He said Lagos generates about 13,000 tonnes of waste every day, adding that in May alone, LAWMA and PSP operators evacuated about 418,500 tonnes of waste across the state, averaging about 13,200 tonnes daily.

“That is not a small operation. It involves hundreds of PSP operators, public waste teams, transfer and disposal operations, street sweepers, enforcement teams, customer service staff, drivers, loaders, supervisors and monitoring officers working across a very large and difficult city,” Wahab said.

The commissioner further explained LAWMA’s efforts towards waste disposal, which he said had been scaled up, especially in blackspot areas.

Pushing back, Rhodes-Vivour demanded impact and not explanation, just as he accused Wahab of bigotry and demanded his resignation.

He said, “Mr. Wahab, Impact is felt, not explained in 1,578 words. Your plastic policy has failed. Your environmental policy, if one truly exists, has been ineffective. Your waste management policy has been an unmitigated disaster. The only area where you have consistently delivered is the demolition of the hard-earned properties and livelihoods of ordinary citizens. Not to mention your Bigotry and Gaslighting. You have lost the moral authority to remain in office. You should resign. Today.”

Displeased that Rhodes-Vivour called him a bigot, Wahab revealed that he had no interest in descending into the “mudslinging and distractions you appear to thrive on”, but is focused on supporting the efforts of the Lagos State Government to ensure the safety, well-being, and prosperity of Lagosians

He, however, called Rhodes-Vivour by his Igbo name, Chinedu, which was used against him during the 2023 election. Wahab then shared Rhodes-Vivour’s past social media posts, which promoted the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and also the defunct Biafra Republic

He concluded, “As for the labels and accusations, I will leave others to judge them on their merits. I have no intention of engaging in personal attacks or trading insults with a political nomad driven by ignorance and needless hatred. I wish you all the best.”

 

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Lagos NDC Crisis Deepens As Both Naheem Balogun And Funso Doherty Claim Candidacy For 2027 Governorship Election

The controversy surrounding the Lagos state chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC)  has deepened as two contenders for the governorship race in the state are now claiming to be the party’s authentic candidate for the 2027 general elections. A couple of days after Naheem Balogun,  assures his supporters that he remained the authentic governorship candidate of the party in Lagos, prominent politician, Funso Doherty, has accepted the nomination of the party as its candidate.

In an acceptance letter shared on his official X account on Friday, Doherty stressed humility, gratitude to the party, and a vision for inclusive leadership.

Attached images on his X post show him holding an NDC 2026 gubernatorial nomination form and a campaign poster declaring him the NDC flag bearer with the Yoruba slogan, “Ó TI YÁ”, meaning it is time for change.

“With profound humility, gratitude, and a clear sense of purpose, I accept our party’s nomination to serve as its candidate for Governor of Lagos State in 2027,” Doherty wrote.

“I am deeply grateful for the confidence our great party has placed in me and for our shared belief that Lagos deserves much better—inclusive leadership that works for everyone.

“The real work begins now. Together, we will build the Lagos that we know is possible. My friends, it’s time – O TI Ya!”

Last month, Doherty dumped the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the NDC, weeks after dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ADC.

According to him, the ADC is currently facing a development that has led to a division of the opposition coalition with some leaders moving to the NDC and some remaining in the ADC.

Doherty said he had hoped that the ADC would be the vehicle that would unite the opposition, adding that since that is no longer the case, “we must each individually make a decision as to whether to remain with the ADC or move to the NDC.”

Announcing his membership of the NDC, Doherty stated that he joined the party after due consultation, careful deliberation and prayerful reflection.

He described the NDC as the path that will enable the opposition to deliver the benefits of good governance to those to whom they are due – every citizen, without exception.

“The battle ahead remains formidable, but I invite you to join us on this exciting, though sometimes turbulent, journey to a brighter future that has been long-promised and that has so far proven elusive, but that is, by the grace of God, now imminent,” Doherty said.

However, Doherty’s nomination has pitched him against supporters of Naheem Balogun whom they regard as their mandated candidate. A couple of days ago, Naheem Balogun assured supporters that he remained the party’s authentic flag bearer for the 2027 election, dismissing reports suggesting that another candidate has emerged with the ticket.

Balogun gave the assurance while receiving party faithful and supporters who turned out to welcome him on his return from a short trip to the United States.

The NDC hopeful expressed appreciation for the show of support, describing the turnout as a source of encouragement and motivation.

He reiterated the need for calm among party members, insisting that he remains the duly recognised governorship candidate of the party.

“I urge all our supporters not to be distracted by rumours and misinformation. Remain calm, focused and steadfast. The mandate given to us by party members cannot be taken away through speculation and propaganda.

“I will continue to protect the interests of our supporters and the NDC faithful. I will not take any decision affecting our collective future without consulting stakeholders across Lagos State. This project belongs to the people, and together we will determine its direction,” he said.

Balogun thanked party members across the state’s local government areas for their continued support and sacrifices, describing their commitment as the foundation of the movement he represents.

  As at the time of filing this report, the national organ of the party had not made any clear-cut statement as to who the real candidate of the party in Lagos is. 

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Lagos NDC Governorship Primary Controversy: ‘I Remain NDC Authentic Governorship Candidate' - Balogun Assures Supporters, Urges Calm

Amidst the internal tensions over the outcome of its governorship primary in Lagos state, with competing claims and allegations threatening to deepen divisions within the party , the Lagos State governorship candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Naheem Balogun, has assured supporters that he remains the party’s authentic flag bearer for the 2027 election, dismissing reports suggesting that another candidate has emerged with the ticket.

Balogun gave the assurance yesterday while receiving party faithful and supporters who turned out to welcome him on his return from a short trip to the United States.

The NDC hopeful expressed appreciation for the show of support, describing the turnout as a source of encouragement and motivation.

He reiterated the need for calm among party members, insisting that he remains the duly recognised governorship candidate of the party.

“I urge all our supporters not to be distracted by rumours and misinformation. Remain calm, focused and steadfast. The mandate given to us by party members cannot be taken away through speculation and propaganda.

“I will continue to protect the interests of our supporters and the NDC faithful. I will not take any decision affecting our collective future without consulting stakeholders across Lagos State. This project belongs to the people, and together we will determine its direction,” he said.

Balogun thanked party members across the state’s local government areas for their continued support and sacrifices, describing their commitment as the foundation of the movement he represents.

He also reassured supporters of his commitment to pursuing the matter through legitimate party channels while safeguarding the interests of those who have stood by him.

The NDC has in recent weeks been embroiled in internal tensions over the outcome of its governorship primary, with competing claims and allegations threatening to deepen divisions within the party.

The party chieftain urged members to remain united and avoid actions capable of weakening the NDC ahead of future political contests.

Balogun’s grassroots influence and the public show of support are expected to intensify discussions over the party’s next steps as members await clarity on the governorship ticket.

Meanwhile, his return and the reception organised by supporters underscored his continued influence within sections of the NDC grassroots structure in Lagos State.

  

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Agege APC Supporters Troop Out To Celebrate Outcome Of Assembly Primary Election

A support group within the All Progressives Congress, the Agbelebu Solidarity Forum, has staged a thank-you rally across Agege Local Government Area of Lagos State, expressing appreciation to party leaders while reaffirming support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027.

The group described event as a “Thank You Walk”. The event attracted party faithful, supporters and residents who trooped out in large numbers to celebrate the outcome of the recently concluded APC primary election in Agege Constituency I.

The organisers said the rally was convened to commend the Lagos State leadership of the party for what they termed a transparent and credible primary process that reflected the will of party members.

        The procession kicked off from the Oniwaya axis of Agege and moved through key areas, including Ogba, before terminating at the APC State Secretariat located on Acme Road, Ikeja.

Participants, carrying banners and chanting solidarity songs, described the emergence of Gbenga Abiola, popularly known as “Agbelebu,” as the party’s candidate for the Lagos State House of Assembly seat representing Agege Constituency I as a true reflection of grassroots democracy.

At the APC secretariat, members of the forum paid homage to party leaders, applauding their role in ensuring what they called a fair and transparent electoral process.

Speaking with journalists during the rally, Abiola expressed gratitude to the party leadership for upholding the outcome of the primary election, noting that it demonstrated a strong commitment to internal democracy.

“The leadership of our great party has shown respect for the wishes of members by standing by the true outcome of the primary election.”

He added that the rally was a symbolic gesture to appreciate the party’s leadership and reaffirm loyalty to its ideals.

Abiola said the support received from party leaders and members would help strengthen unity within the APC and position it for future electoral victories.

He pledged to collaborate with stakeholders, party faithful and residents of Agege Constituency I to advance the party’s programmes and deepen grassroots mobilisation.

The APC candidate also used the occasion to declare support for President Tinubu’s second-term ambition, describing him as a leader who has continued to provide direction for both the party and the country.

According to him, members of the Agbelebu Solidarity Forum would mobilise support for Tinubu and other APC candidates in future elections.

He further reiterated his commitment to party discipline and pledged to contribute to the growth and development of the APC at all levels.

The rally concluded at the APC State Secretariat, where participants renewed their allegiance to the party and pledged continued support for its leadership ahead of upcoming political activities.

  

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Our Protest Was Not Sponsored By Mudashiru Obasa - Aggrieved Lagos APC Aspirants

A coalition of aspirants in the recently concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries has denounced what it described as a malicious and distracting attempt to link the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Dr. Mudashiru Obasa, to the peaceful protests staged last week over the party’s primaries.

In a strongly worded statement signed by prominent party figures and released to the press on Wednesday, June 10, the group insisted that the demonstration was a spontaneous expression of dissatisfaction by aspirants and their supporters across Lagos State.

The statement was signed by, among others, Seye Oladejo (Mushin), Kolawole Taiwo (Ajeromi-Ifelodun), Noheem Adams (Eti-Osa), Stephen Ogundipe (Oshodi), Apata Samuel (Somolu), David Doherty (Amuwo-Odofin), Ganiyu Egunjobi (Agege) and Ganiyu Ayuba (Alimosho).

The aspirants stressed that the protest was driven by genuine grievances and not by any sponsorship.

“To suggest that thousands of committed APC members and supporters required sponsorship before voicing their frustrations is insulting to their intelligence and dismissive of their legitimate concerns,” the statement declared.

According to the group, the protesters raised issues of alleged manipulation, distortion of results, cheating, and disregard for party guidelines during the primaries. These concerns, they argued, are neither isolated nor imaginary but reflect the frustrations of party faithful who invested time, resources, and political capital in the democratic process.

The signatories accused unnamed individuals of attempting to scapegoat Speaker Obasa in order to trivialise the complaints and divert attention from the need for justice, reconciliation and unity within the APC.

“Rather than addressing the issues at the heart of the protest, some individuals have chosen the convenient path of scapegoating. Such futile attempts are clearly designed to shift public attention away from the need for fairness and party cohesion,” they noted.

Looking ahead to the 2027 general elections, the aspirants urged party leaders to focus on resolving the outstanding issues from the primaries. They emphasised that the APC’s strength lies in its ability to accommodate differing opinions, correct internal shortcomings, and emerge stronger through dialogue and fairness.

“The concerns of aggrieved aspirants and their supporters deserve attention, not diversion. Addressing these grievances sincerely and urgently will strengthen confidence in the party’s internal democratic processes and enable us to approach the forthcoming elections with a united and formidable front,” the statement concluded.

  

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2027 Governorship Race: Lagos African Action Congress Unveils Manifesto, Promises To Take Back Lagos Pledges 500,000 Jobs, Infrastructure

The governorship candidate of the African Action Congress in Lagos State, Engineer Oluwadamola Adesoca Sol-Nuyi, has in his manifesto pledged to create over 500,000 jobs and improve infrastructure across the state ahead of the 2027 election.

The AAC candidate, whose campaign is themed “FAMILY FIRST • PEOPLE FIRST • LAGOS FIRST” with the slogan “TAKE BACK LAGOS,” said his administration would focus on improving the lives of residents through economic reforms, housing, healthcare, education and transportation.

He made this known while delivering his speech before party members and supporters during an unveiling held in Ikorodu, Lagos.

With the hall filled to the brim and the party leadership in the state backing the candidate, Adesoca promised to take back what belongs to Lagosians from those who have mismanaged the state over the years.

In the preamble to the manifesto titled “The Adesoca Manifesto: Family First Agenda for a New Lagos,” Adesoca said: “Lagos is blessed with extraordinary human and economic resources. Yet millions of our people struggle daily with unemployment, poor housing, insecurity, inadequate healthcare, traffic congestion, environmental degradation, and declining living standards.”

He added, the purpose of government is not merely to administer power but to improve lives.

According to him, the first pillar of his programme is an economic revolution aimed at creating jobs and supporting businesses.

The manifesto stated, “Create over 500,000 direct and indirect jobs,” adding that the administration would launch the Lagos Enterprise Development Fund for SMEs, provide low-interest loans to small businesses, establish industrial clusters in Ikorodu, Epe, Badagry, Ikeja and Lagos East, and support technology and innovation enterprises.

V On education, Adesoca promised to upgrade public schools, recruit qualified teachers and establish four Special Universities of Sports in Ikorodu, Epe, Badagry and Surulere.

The manifesto said the initiative is aimed at positioning Lagos as “Africa’s Sports Capital.”

Adesoca also pledged to tackle housing challenges through a Right to Housing Policy, stating that housing is a human right.

Under the policy, his administration pledged to end arbitrary and forced evictions, expand affordable housing schemes and ensure the protection and redevelopment of communities such as Makoko, Oworonshoki, Maidan-Orile and riverine settlements.

On infrastructure, the AAC candidate promised to reconstruct roads, improve drainage systems, expand ferry transportation and upgrade rural and riverine infrastructure.

“My administration will be guided by one principle: FAMILY FIRST. A government that protects families, creates opportunities, develops communities, and restores hope.

“Together, we can build a state that works for all and not just a privileged few. Together, we can restore hope. Together, we can create a government that truly belongs to the people,” he added.

The party’s chairman, Olanrewaju Samson, rallied members to support the candidate, describing him as a credible alternative in Lagos politics.

  

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How I Escaped Mob Attack At Ladipo Market - Lagos APC Chieftain Joe Igbokwe

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Joe Igbokwe  has escaped a mob attack in the popular Ladipo Market, Lagos State.

Igbokwe narrated the incident in a video he posted on his official Facebook page on Saturday.

The APC Chieftain said he was in the market to get some vehicle spare parts to fix his car when some youths identified him and angrily mobilised to attack him.

Igbokwe said, when the mobs were moving close to his vehicle, he decided to take cover in his friend’s shop before the leadership of the market came to his rescue.

He said, “Yesterday, I went to Ladipo Market to get some spare parts for my vehicle. When I went looking for the parts, some people started calling my name, pointing fingers at me. I ignored them and went in search of what I wanted to get.

“I got the parts and I went to my vehicle to fix it, before I knew it, the Ladipo boys started gathering, they were shouting, “this is the Igbokwe, this is the Igbokwe, so you can come this market”?

“I initially ignored them but they started coming and coming, so I moved away to my friend’s shop. My friend gathered the leadership of the market,, and then when I came out, people gathered and started saying all manner of things but I didn’t say anything, I just drove away.

“I came to Facebook this morning and saw a post that Joe Igbokwe was beaten. I was not beaten. This is me. There are things you cannot do here, you can go to the Southeast and be doing all the rubbish you have been doing there but not in Lagos.

“I pray that it doesn’t happen again. I know what to do”.

He continued: “There was no mob attack. Nobody touched my body. It was just that they were making noise and people tried to caution them.

“Maybe politics. Maybe because I am an APC man. Maybe because I don’t like the politics they play. Make friends with major ethnic groups, and that is how you can rule Nigeria, but it is not forthcoming.”

Igbokwe added that some people often view his comments and advice as antagonistic despite his intentions.

“There are things we saw during the first civil war. If you advise them, you will become an enemy. You become a saboteur,” he said.

Joe Igbokwe is a prominent, decades-long political figure in Lagos, best known for his vocal role as the spokesperson for the ruling party and as a cabinet appointee under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. 

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APC Eti-Osa Assembly Primary: Stakeholders Warn Against Reversing The Outcome Of Election

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Eti-Osa Constituency I have appealed to President Bola Tinubu and the party’s national leadership to intervene in what they described as efforts to overturn the outcome of the constituency’s House of Assembly primary election, warning that any attempt to reverse the outcome of the election would affect the chances of the party in the 2027 general elections.

The appeal was made on Thursday by a coalition of party leaders, traditional institutions, youth and women groups, community organisations and residents, who insisted that the incumbent lawmaker, Noheem Adams, won the primaries by a decisive margin and should be recognised as the party’s candidate.

Addressing a press conference, the leader of the group, Alhaji Owolabi Yisa, called on Tinubu, APC national leaders and the Lagos State APC chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, to ensure that the outcome of the primaries was respected.

According to the stakeholders, Adams secured 7,638 votes across the constituency, while his closest challenger, Saheed Bankole, polled 1,225 votes, giving the incumbent a margin of 6,413 votes.

“The will of the people was clearly expressed. This was not a narrow victory, and it was not a disputed mandate. It was an overwhelming endorsement by party members across Eti-Osa Constituency I,” the group said.

The stakeholders described the result as a clear reflection of grassroots support for Adams, whom they said had built strong ties across the constituency through community engagement, youth empowerment initiatives, educational support programmes and legislative representation.

“The people know him, trust him and have repeatedly demonstrated confidence in him,” they said.

The group warned that any attempt to reverse the outcome of the primaries could create divisions within the party and undermine its electoral prospects.

They argued that decisions perceived as contrary to the wishes of party members had contributed to internal crises and electoral setbacks in previous election cycles.

According to the stakeholders, disregarding the outcome of the primaries would risk weakening grassroots structures and demoralising party supporters.

Earlier, supporters of Adams staged a protest at the Eleganza Toll Gate, demanding that the outcome of the primaries be upheld.

Speaking during the demonstration, Alhaji Surajudeen Abejamu said the protest was aimed at drawing attention to what he described as the denial of the mandate given to Adams by party members.

“We are here on behalf of the primary votes we cast for Nojeem Babatunde Adams.

“He has been in the House since 2017, and he is the only person who has been working assiduously, especially at this last dispensation.

“This is a man who has acted like a senator to us. He has acted on behalf of the government. When we have any problems, you always signal him; he is here.

“When you are in need of the government, you signal him, and he will come. At all times, there is nothing we have here as a problem that you don’t see his impact,” he said.

Another supporter, Lukman Abiodun, said the protest was intended to draw the attention of party leaders to what he described as the wishes of voters in the constituency.

“I am a leader here. Here we voted, and Honourable Nojeem won his election.

“Our movement is basing its call on the fact that Nojeem Adams was the people’s choice and he won the primaries.

“We are seeking and calling the attention of President Bola Tinubu. We are calling on the national chairman of the great party, APC, and the Lagos State governor, including the state chairman of our party, Ojelabi, to look into our requests, to give us our mandates.

“Nojeem Adams was being voted for in Etiosa 1, and he won the election. He’s the people’s choice,” he said.

  

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