Seyi Tinubu or Obasa: Who Will Be Next Lagos Governor?
- Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, who was recently endorsed by some groups to succeed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has continued to create a buzz in the state
- The tone for the 2027 Lagos State governorship election was set after the speaker of the State House of Assembly, Musashiru Obasa, refuted the claim of selfish ambition and that he was qualified to govern the state
- While the APC said the 2027 Lagos State governorship election was not currently on its agenda, a chieftain of the party, Joe Igbokwe, said it was a plot to distract President Tinubu
The 2027 Lagos State governorship election is already generating buzz, with various groups endorsing President Bola Tinubu's son, Seyi Tinubu, for the position. The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL) recently announced their support for Seyi Tinubu, citing his perceived leadership qualities and the legacy of his father's governance in the state.
This endorsement has sparked a heated debate, with some critics dismissing the idea of Seyi Tinubu running for office. Joe Igbokwe, a prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) member, voiced his opposition, describing the endorsements as a ploy to undermine President Tinubu.
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Seyo Tinubu's supporters backed president's son
On the other hand, supporters of Seyi Tinubu, such as the Friends of Seyi Tinubu (FOST), have come out in full force, backing his candidacy and highlighting his philanthropic efforts and leadership skills, marking the battle for the successor of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Daily Trust reported that Lagos State Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has addressed speculation about his gubernatorial ambitions. He refuted claims of selfish ambition and stated that his focus is on strengthening the APC. Obasa also dismissed suggestions that he lacks experience to govern, saying he's neither too young nor too inexperienced to lead the state.
Meanwhile, the Lagos APC has distanced itself from the drama surrounding Seyi Tinubu's endorsements, insisting the 2027 governorship election isn't on its agenda and attributing the endorsements to opposition parties trying to stir controversy.
Sokoto governor named road after Seyi Tinubu
Legit.ng earlier reported that Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto state had attracted reactions from Nigerians after naming a road after Seyi, the son of President Bola Tinubu.
PDP chieftain Abdul-Aziz Na'ibi Abubakar shared pictures of the road on Saturday, June 8, on social media.
Abubakar described the governor as a clown over the move, but some Nigerians reacted differently.
Source: Legit.ng
