Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reviewed the preparedness of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gradually take shape.
Eko Hot News reports that Sanwo-Olu visited the party’s presidential and gubernatorial campaign offices to assess preparations and discuss the strategy for the upcoming electoral season.
The governor said the visit provided an opportunity to review the level of readiness and examine plans for the journey towards the 2027 elections.
According to him, the campaign committee is already working on its strategy and mapping out the activities required ahead of the elections.
Sanwo-Olu described the preparations as structured and focused, noting that significant work was taking place behind the scenes.
He said the party’s campaign team was concentrating on strengthening its plans and ensuring effective coordination across the state.
The governor also mentioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whom he identified as the APC presidential candidate, as part of the party’s preparations for the 2027 elections.
He also named Dr. Obafemi Hamzat as the party’s gubernatorial candidate in Lagos.
Sanwo-Olu said other APC candidates across Lagos State were also involved in the preparations as the party looks ahead to the next election cycle.
The governor expressed satisfaction with the level of energy and commitment among members of the campaign structure.
He said the team was working with a clear sense of purpose as it prepares for the political activities ahead.
The review of the campaign offices is part of efforts to assess the structures expected to support the party’s activities in the state.
Sanwo-Olu stressed the importance of coordination as the party prepares for what is expected to be a major political period.
He said the APC remains focused on consolidating its activities and building a strong campaign structure across Lagos.
The governor also linked the party’s preparations to the continued development of Lagos State.
He said the APC’s objective is to sustain the state’s progress while pursuing policies and programmes aimed at further development.
Sanwo-Olu described the team as aligned around its objectives for the upcoming election.
He expressed confidence in the ability of the party’s campaign structure to organise its activities effectively.
The governor’s comments come as political parties and aspirants begin preparations for the 2027 general elections.
Across Nigeria, political organisations are expected to strengthen their structures, engage stakeholders and develop strategies ahead of the polls.
In Lagos, the APC remains focused on organising its campaign machinery and coordinating its candidates.
Sanwo-Olu said the work being undertaken by the campaign committee would help establish a clear direction for the party’s activities.
He also highlighted the importance of maintaining unity among party members throughout the preparation period.
According to him, the various components of the campaign structure are working towards common objectives.
The governor said the team would continue to assess its readiness and make necessary adjustments as the political calendar progresses.
The presidential campaign will focus on President Tinubu, while the gubernatorial contest in Lagos will feature Hamzat as the APC candidate, according to Sanwo-Olu.
Other candidates are also expected to participate in the party’s campaign activities across different constituencies.
The governor said the party’s preparations would extend across Lagos as it seeks to maintain a strong presence ahead of the elections.
He expressed optimism about the campaign team’s current level of organisation.
Sanwo-Olu further stated that the party would continue to build on what he described as Lagos’ existing momentum.
He said the APC would remain focused on advancing the state and presenting its agenda to residents.
The governor’s visit also underscores the growing political attention on the 2027 elections.
With the next general elections approaching, parties are expected to intensify internal preparations and strengthen their campaign structures.
The APC’s activities in Lagos are expected to involve further meetings, planning sessions and coordination among party leaders and candidates.
Sanwo-Olu said the current preparations demonstrate the seriousness with which the party is approaching the next election cycle.
He maintained that the campaign structure is focused on its objectives and prepared for the tasks ahead.
The governor also expressed confidence in the commitment of party members involved in the preparations.
He said the team would continue working together as the political process progresses.
The 2027 elections are expected to feature contests at presidential, gubernatorial, legislative and other levels across the country.
For the Lagos APC, Sanwo-Olu’s latest engagement represents part of the groundwork being undertaken ahead of the polls.
The governor said the party would continue to focus on its plans while working towards its objectives for the state.
As preparations gather momentum, more political activities are expected from the party and other political organisations in Lagos.
Sanwo-Olu concluded that the APC campaign structure is focused, coordinated and prepared for the road ahead.
