The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Hon. Ibrahim Babajide Obanikoro, a former member of the House of Representatives for Eti-Osa, as the head of its New Generation Lagos Central Zone Campaign Council. Obanikoro is also the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Parastatal Monitoring. This appointment was confirmed in a letter signed by Senator Musliu Obanikoro, Director General of the Lagos State Governorship Campaign Council of the APC.
According to the letter of appointment, Obanikoro's leadership, professional and political competence, integrity, and commitment to the progressive ideals of the APC made him the ideal candidate for the position. The APC aims to deliver a credible, issue-driven, and people-centered campaign for President Bola Tinubu's reelection and Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, the party's governorship candidate. Obanikoro will provide leadership and strategic direction to the campaign council and coordinate its activities.
As the head of the New Generation Lagos Central Zone Campaign Council, Obanikoro will foster collaboration among members, work with leaders to ensure effective execution of the Local Council Development Area/Local Government Area Campaign Committee's, and align with the overall objectives of the campaign council. He is expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and teamwork.
In reaction to his appointment, Obanikoro expressed his commitment to the APC, President Tinubu, and Dr. Hamzat. He pledged to ensure a landslide victory for the APC in all elective positions in the Lagos Central Senatorial district. Obanikoro is confident that President Tinubu will win in 2027 and that the APC will triumph in Lagos Central and Lagos State.
Obanikoro praised Dr. Hamzat, the Lagos State deputy governor, stating that he has all it takes to lead the state and that his records make it easy to market him to the people of Lagos State. He described the 2027 elections as a "walk-over" for the APC, indicating a high level of optimism about the party's chances.
The appointment of Obanikoro is seen as a strategic move by the APC to strengthen its campaign efforts in Lagos Central Senatorial district. With his experience and dedication, the party hopes to achieve its goals and secure a victory in the upcoming elections. Obanikoro's task will be to mobilize support and ensure that the APC's message resonates with voters.
The APC is gearing up for the 2026/2027 elections, and the appointment of Obanikoro is part of its efforts to ensure a strong campaign. The party is focused on delivering a successful campaign that will lead to a landslide victory for its candidates. With Obanikoro at the helm of the New Generation Lagos Central Zone Campaign Council, the APC is optimistic about its chances in the Lagos Central Senatorial district.
Key points
- APC appoints Hon. Ibrahim Babajide Obanikoro as head of New Generation Lagos Central Zone Campaign Council.
- Obanikoro aims to ensure a landslide victory for APC in Lagos Central Senatorial district.
- APC gears up for 2026/2027 elections with strategic appointments and campaign efforts.
