LAGOS, Nigeria — Nigeria’s Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, voted in the All Progressives Congress governorship primary election at Ward E3 on Lagos Island on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
The governor arrived at the polling venue with his wife, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, where Okay News reports that Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu declared support for Dr Obafemi Hamzat, who is the sole aspirant in the primary at the ward.
Speaking after casting his vote, the governor commended the conduct of the exercise and the turnout of party faithful. “This process shows that our party believes in democracy and inclusiveness. Party members have come out peacefully to exercise their civic responsibility and elect their preferred aspirant. We have seen electoral officials and party representatives carrying out their duties professionally, and I am impressed with the level of participation at the grassroots,” he said.
The governor expressed confidence that the deputy governor would emerge as the party’s flag bearer and win the governorship election. “I have confidence in Dr Hamzat’s capacity, competence and understanding of governance in Lagos State. He has contributed immensely to the progress we have recorded as an administration. I believe he will sustain and build on the developmental strides achieved over the years,” he said.
The Chairman of Lagos Island East Local Council Development Area, Mr Alade Folawiyo, described the turnout as impressive and expressed optimism that the candidate would consolidate on the achievements of the administration if elected. Mr Alade Folawiyo said the deputy governor possessed adequate experience and understanding of Lagos governance, adding that continuity in leadership would sustain ongoing infrastructural development and security improvements across the state.
