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When residents complain that LAWMA does not collect refuse regularly in their neighbourhood, they are raising a practical question: why is waste collection still unreliable in some parts of Lagos, and what is the plan to fix it?

Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat has addressed some of the challenges facing Lagos's waste management system. More importantly, his manifesto, The Lagos Promise (Ìlérí Èkó), makes a specific commitment: achieve 95% waste-collection coverage across Lagos by 2030.

The proposal goes beyond buying more refuse trucks. It sets out a wider community-based collection system, supported by transfer stations, material recovery and waste-to-energy infrastructure.

First, Who Is Responsible for Waste Collection in Lagos?

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) is the agency responsible for waste management in the state. It operates under the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources.

The system also relies on Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators, which provide door-to-door household waste collection in their assigned service areas.

The responsibilities are therefore shared across different parts of the system:
- LAWMA: Waste management operations, regulation and oversight of the collection system.
- PSP operators: Household waste collection within their assigned areas.
- Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources: Policy direction and supervision of the environmental sector.
- Lagos State Government: Funding, infrastructure investment and wider policy decisions.

When a PSP operator fails to collect refuse in a neighbourhood, the problem requires operational attention and regulatory enforcement. It is not simply a matter of blaming the Deputy Governor for the activities of individual collection companies.

Why Is LAWMA Struggling to Reach Some Communities?

In an interview on Nigeria Info 99.3FM on 11 August 2026, KOH explained some of the pressures affecting waste collection in Lagos. He said the state had initially planned around an estimated 13,000 tonnes of waste daily, but the figure had risen to approximately 17,000 tonnes. That represents about 4,000 additional tonnes every day beyond the earlier estimate.

He also identified a shortage of functional trucks among private waste operators.

According to Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Lagos had about 420 PSP operators, each expected under its agreement to have at least two trucks. This meant the system was expected to have more than 800 trucks, but many operators could no longer maintain the required number of functional vehicles.

Rising diesel costs and the condition of existing trucks had added to the pressure. Some operators had also asked the government to approve higher collection charges.

KOH said the government rejected the proposed tariff increase and agreed instead to provide additional support to the operators. His explanation highlighted an important point: Lagos needs a waste collection system that can keep pace with the actual volume of refuse generated across its communities.

What Is Hamzat's 95% Waste Collection Plan?

The most important commitment in The Lagos Promise is to achieve 95% waste-collection coverage by 2030. This is contained in the manifesto's Clean Ground Promise, under the waste, drainage and flood resilience programme.

The commitment is to reach that target through a five-tier community system, supported by:
- Four waste transfer stations.
- One material recovery facility.
- One waste-to-energy facility.

The five-tier system is intended to extend waste collection coverage across communities rather than depend only on the existing arrangements.

The supporting infrastructure is equally important. Transfer stations provide facilities for moving collected refuse more efficiently through the waste management chain. A material recovery facility supports the separation and recovery of useful materials, while a waste-to-energy facility provides another route for processing waste.

The objective is to build a system that collects more waste, handles it more efficiently and reduces dependence on simply dumping refuse.

How Will the Plan Improve Waste Collection in Your Area?

For a resident whose refuse has not been collected for days, the important question is whether the proposed system will improve service at street and neighbourhood level.

The 95% target matters because it places emphasis on expanding coverage. The five-tier community system is intended to address the gaps that leave some neighbourhoods poorly served.

The manifesto also connects waste collection with recycling, composting, biogas and refuse-derived fuel. It identifies private-sector concessions, material recovery facilities in Ikorodu and Badagry, a Lafarge alternative-fuel partnership and the Ikosi market biogas project as part of the wider waste-to-value approach.

This means the plan is not only about removing refuse from streets. It is also about treating waste as a resource that can be sorted, recycled or converted into useful products and energy.

What Has Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat Said About Additional Waste Trucks?

The manifesto's longer-term target builds on earlier efforts to increase collection capacity. On 29 August 2026, during the monthly environmental sanitation exercise in Festac, Hamzat announced that Lagos would deploy 220 additional compactor trucks to support the existing PSP system.

The announcement followed his earlier explanation of the shortage of functional collection vehicles. The additional trucks were intended to strengthen waste evacuation and help address gaps in household collection. That is, serve as an intervention to improve collection capacity, while the 95% target sets out the wider coverage objective for 2030.

Is LAWMA Taking Action Against PSP Operators Who Fail?

There has also been regulatory action against operators that fail to meet service requirements. On 6 October 2026, LAWMA withdrew the operating licences of six PSP operators over concerns about their capacity to provide effective waste collection in their assigned areas. The affected operators served locations in Igbogbo-Baiyeku, Olorunda, Ojo, Orile Agege, Ajeromi-Ifelodun and Ojodu.

LAWMA said five operators had their licences terminated following capacity assessments, while one voluntarily withdrew from its service area. The authority also said it would make arrangements to ensure that affected communities continued receiving waste collection services.

This is relevant to the wider problem: expanding collection coverage requires not only more trucks but also operators that can meet service standards and consequences when they fail to do so.

What Happens to Waste After Collection?

Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat manifesto also recognises that collecting refuse is only one part of the challenge. The Clean Ground Promise links collection to recycling, composting, biogas and refuse-derived fuel.

The proposed material recovery and waste-to-energy infrastructure is intended to support this transition from a system focused mainly on collection and disposal to one that can recover value from waste. This is particularly important for Lagos because uncollected refuse can block drainage channels, contribute to flooding and create environmental and public health problems.

KOH manifesto, The Lagos Promise (Ìlérí Èkó), therefore places waste collection alongside drainage and flood resilience. It also commits to sustaining the primary and secondary drainage programme and the Emergency Flood Abatement Gang.
A cleaner neighbourhood is not just about appearances. It also helps protect homes, roads, businesses and public health.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Hamzat's plan for LAWMA in Lagos?
A: His manifesto, The Lagos Promise, commits to achieving 95% waste-collection coverage by 2030 through a five-tier community system, four transfer stations, one material recovery facility and one waste-to-energy facility.

Q: Does Hamzat directly control LAWMA?
A: LAWMA is the agency responsible for waste management in Lagos and operates under the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources. The Deputy Governor does not directly manage the authority's daily collection operations.

Q: Why is LAWMA not collecting refuse regularly in some areas?
A: Hamzat has identified rising waste generation, a shortage of functional collection trucks and operational difficulties among PSP operators as factors affecting collection. He said Lagos's daily waste generation had risen from an earlier estimate of 13,000 tonnes to approximately 17,000 tonnes.

Q: Will Hamzat increase the number of waste trucks?
A: On 29 August 2026, he announced the planned deployment of 220 additional compactor trucks to strengthen the existing PSP collection system.

Q: What happens to PSP operators that fail to collect waste?
A: LAWMA can take regulatory action against operators that fail to meet service requirements. In October 2026, the authority withdrew the licences of six operators over capacity concerns.

Q: When does Hamzat plan to achieve 95% waste collection coverage?
A: The manifesto sets 2030 as the target year.

The Bottom Line

When residents ask, "LAWMA no dey come my area, wetin Hamzat plan?", the answer in The Lagos Promise is a commitment to expand waste collection coverage to 95% by 2030.

The plan combines a five-tier community collection system with additional transfer, material recovery and waste-to-energy infrastructure. It also recognises the need for stronger collection capacity and better-performing PSP operators.

The real measure will be whether residents who currently struggle to get their refuse collected begin to receive reliable service, regardless of which part of Lagos they live in.

A cleaner Lagos must include the streets and communities that have not received consistent waste collection. That is the practical test of the 95% commitment.

Sources:
The Lagos Promise (Ìlérí Èkó), Clean Ground Promise: https://koh2027.ng/manifesto
Punch, 11 August 2026: “Why Lagos is battling waste problems — Hamzat.”
Punch, 29 August 2026: “Lagos to deploy 220 trucks for waste evacuation — Hamzat.”
Channels Television, 6 October 2026: “LAWMA Withdraws Licences Of Six ‘Erring’ PSP Operators.”

One important question residents should ask any person seeking to govern Lagos is this: how will we know whether the promises made before the election are being fulfilled?

For Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, the answer outlined in The Lagos Promise (Ìlérí Èkó) is the Hamzat Compact, an accountability framework designed to make government commitments visible, subject to review and accessible to residents across the state.

The idea is that public promises should not end as campaign statements. They should be published, monitored and assessed against what government actually delivers.

What is the Hamzat Compact?

The Hamzat Compact is presented in the manifesto as an accountability structure covering the administration's commitments. Its stated approach rests on four ideas: published commitments, independent reviews, financial audits and regular engagement with residents.

The manifesto puts it this way: government should publish its commitments, account for public spending, listen to residents in every division and give citizens the standing to demand answers.

This is important because residents need more than announcements about completed projects. They need information that allows them to understand what was promised, what has been done, what remains outstanding and why.

How will residents track Hamzat's promises?

A useful performance scorecard would allow residents to follow individual commitments rather than depend only on broad statements about government performance.

For example, if a government promises to extend a rail line, improve healthcare or expand access to affordable housing, residents should be able to find out:
- What exactly was promised?
- What is the expected delivery period?
- Which ministry or agency is responsible?
- What progress has been recorded?
- What has been spent, and how is the spending accounted for?
- What challenges have affected delivery?

The manifesto's commitment to publishing targets and reviewing them independently provides the basis for this kind of public monitoring. However, the manifesto sets out the accountability commitments; residents should look for the actual publication and operation of these reporting mechanisms before treating them as established services.

Why should accountability cover every part of Lagos?

Lagos is not just Ikeja, Victoria Island and the major commercial centres. Residents in Badagry, Epe, Ikorodu, Lagos Island and other communities have different needs and experience public services differently.

A statewide report can sometimes hide these differences. A road project may be progressing in one area while another community continues to experience poor access. A healthcare programme may be available in some locations but not others. That is why the manifesto's promise to face residents in every IBILE division is significant to the accountability framework.

It creates an expectation that government performance should be examined across the different parts of Lagos, not simply presented as one state-wide average.

What about government spending?

Accountability also means being able to follow public money. The Hamzat Compact chapter refers to auditing expenditure and publishing information about government performance. The wider governance proposals also refer to financial discipline, a consolidated Lagos Treasury and a Citizens' Observatory.

For residents, the question could be:
- Was the project included in the budget?
- Was the allocated money released and spent for its intended purpose?
- Was the work completed to the required standard?
- Can the relevant records be examined?
These questions connect budget transparency with the quality of public services people experience.

What role will the Lagos State Economic Council play?

The manifesto also proposes regular meetings involving the Governor, members of the State Executive Council and local government chairmen through a Lagos State Economic Council. The stated purpose is to strengthen coordination and peer review between state and local government leadership.

This is relevant because many issues affecting residents require cooperation across different levels of government. Regular review can provide a forum for discussing performance, identifying gaps and coordinating responses. The Economic Council should not be confused with the Hamzat Compact. They are separate proposals within the wider governance framework.

A promise must be open to public scrutiny. The central question is not simply how many promises a government makes. It is whether residents can track those promises and obtain clear explanations about their delivery.

Through the Hamzat Compact, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat has proposed an accountability framework built around publication, auditing, independent review and engagement with communities across Lagos.

The next test is implementation: whether the proposed mechanisms become accessible, regular and useful to the people they are meant to serve. For Lagos residents, accountability should mean having the information and opportunity to ask a simple question at any point during an administration: What was promised, what has been delivered, and what remains to be done?

Lagos will elect a new governor on 6 February 2027. INEC has published the final list of 17 candidates. The real question many Lagosians are asking is simple: Who is the best candidate? After checking INEC records, the 2023 tribunal judgments, and what the leading candidates said at The Platform town hall on 1 October 2026, here are five practical ways to judge.

1. Who is legally cleared by INEC?
Under Section 182 of the 1999 Constitution, a candidate must be a Nigerian citizen, at least 35 years old, a member of a political party, and educated to at least School Certificate level. Dual citizenship with an oath of allegiance to another country can disqualify a person unless it has been properly renounced.
As of the final list released by INEC in October 2026, 17 candidates were cleared. The major ones include:
• Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (APC) – running mate: Princess Damilola Sonayon James
• Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour (ADC)
• Funso Doherty (NDC)
• Adedeji Doherty (PDP)
• Others from APM, APP, SDP, AAC, Accord, LP, etc.

None of the major candidates was disqualified on citizenship or certificate grounds. The dual citizenship petition against Hamzat from 2023 was dismissed by the tribunal for lack of certified evidence.

2. Who has a verifiable track record in Lagos?

Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (KOH):
Born 19 September 1964 in Lagos. Mother from Iga Egbe, Lagos. Father, the late Oba Mufutau Olatunji Hamzat, served as a member of the Lagos House of Assembly and Commissioner for Transportation (1979–1983).
Hamzat served as Commissioner for Science and Technology and later Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure. He has been Deputy Governor since 29 May 2019 — the first person in Lagos history to serve two full terms in that office. He won the APC primary with 657,917 votes.

At The Platform on 1 October 2026, he said: “Any levy that is unauthorised must go. No one should stand at the junction collecting levy.”
He also presented The Lagos Promise (Ìlérí Èkó) — a 100-point agenda (87 firm commitments and 13 aspirations) that residents can track.

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour
Architect, MIT-trained. Ran under Labour Party in 2023 and performed strongly among young voters in parts of Alimosho, Eti-Osa and Ikeja. Now running under ADC. His main message is private-sector-led development.

Funso Doherty
Chartered accountant and former private-sector CEO. His message centres on fiscal discipline, auditing Lagos IGR, and blocking leakages.

3. Who has a clear plan for the things Lagosians complain about daily?
Housing
• Hamzat: Mortgage reform (including lower initial payment), decentralisation of development to Epe, Ikorodu and Badagry, and waste transfer stations.
• Rhodes-Vivour: 100,000 homes through private developers, with government providing land and infrastructure.
• Funso Doherty: Audit existing housing schemes and bring in private capital.

Traffic
Hamzat’s comment at Podfest was widely distorted. The full context was that traffic has become a period when people consume content (podcasts, music, films). His actual plan in The Lagos Promise focuses on junction improvement, signal restoration, rail expansion, bus network growth, and better integration of transport modes.

Unauthorised Levies / Agbero
All major candidates promised to tackle multiple levies. Hamzat was very direct at The Platform: any unauthorised levy must go, and no one should stand at junctions collecting money.

4. Who can win across IBILE?
APC has governed Lagos since 1999. In 2023, even though Labour Party won the presidential election in Lagos, APC still won the governorship with 762,134 votes.

APC remains strongest in Epe, Ikorodu, Badagry and large parts of Ikeja. Rhodes-Vivour’s 2023 strength was among younger and non-indigene voters in Eti-Osa, Kosofe, Alimosho and Lagos Mainland. Funso Doherty appeals more to professionals on the Island.
Lagos has over 7.4 million registered voters. The non-indigene vote will matter.

5. Who can govern both indigenes and non-indigenes?
Lagos is cosmopolitan. INEC lists Hamzat’s state of origin as Lagos. The 2023 tribunal dismissed origin-related challenges against him.
Rhodes-Vivour has a Yoruba father and Igbo mother. This helps with non-indigene support but sometimes attracts indigene-related attacks. Funso Doherty presents himself as a technocrat above ethnic politics.

So who should you vote for?
There is no single correct answer for everybody. It depends on what matters most to you.
• Choose Hamzat if you prioritise continuity, engineering/technocratic experience, ending unauthorised levies, and a published 100-point plan (The Lagos Promise) that can be tracked.
• Choose Rhodes-Vivour if you want a stronger private-sector approach to housing and you believe 27 years of APC rule is enough.
• Choose Funso Doherty if your main concern is fiscal discipline and cleaning up Lagos finances before new big projects.
• Choose others if you prefer a different party platform.

The most useful thing any serious voter can do is read the actual documents, especially The Lagos Promise (Ìlérí Èkó), and match the plans to the problems that affect you daily: housing, traffic, levies, jobs, or waste. Election Day is 6 February 2027. Check your polling unit on the INEC website, confirm your PVC, and rely only on verified sources.

For many Lagos commuters, getting to work or returning home can mean long queues, crowded buses, unpredictable waiting times and difficult connections between different parts of the city.

Improving public transportation therefore involves more than putting additional buses on the road. It requires a bus network that reaches more communities, connects properly with other transport services and works reliably for passengers.

In The Lagos Promise (Ìlérí Èkó), Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat makes a specific commitment to expand and reform the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system and the public bus network across every division of Lagos State.

What exactly is Hamzat promising for public buses?

The manifesto's Pledge of the Bus states that the plan is to Expand and reform Bus Rapid Transit and the bus network across every division. This is the central bus commitment. It has two parts: expanding the network and improving how the existing system operates.

Expansion is about extending public bus services to more communities and making them accessible across Lagos. Reform is about improving the way those services are organised and delivered. The commitment is not limited to one route or one part of the state. It covers every division.

Does the plan cover communities outside central Lagos?

Yes. The wording of the pledge is statewide: the bus network is to be expanded and reformed across every division. This is because residents in different parts of Lagos have different transport needs. A commuter travelling from Epe, Badagry, Ikorodu or another part of the state should also be considered in public transport planning.

The manifesto's wider transport approach recognises that Lagos needs a connected system serving residents across the state, rather than transport improvements concentrated around a few busy corridors.

How will buses connect with trains and ferries?

The bus pledge is part of a wider mobility plan. Hamzat also proposes integrating rail, bus and ferry services under one transport card. This is the manifesto's Pledge of One Ticket. The objective is to make it easier for commuters to move between different transport modes without treating each service as a completely separate journey.

For example, a passenger may need a bus to reach a railway station, take a train for part of the journey and use another bus or ferry to get closer to the final destination. Better integration can make those connections more convenient.

The manifesto also commits to building bus terminals across IBILE and bringing 11 new electric ferries into the OMI EKO ferry system. Together, these proposals are intended to strengthen the relationship between road, rail and water transport.

Will the bus plan reduce waiting times and transport stress?

That is one of the practical benefits residents would want to see from a better bus network. More accessible routes and better organised services could make it easier for commuters to find public transport, particularly in areas where available options are limited.

However, the manifesto does not provide a route-by-route expansion schedule or specific waiting-time targets in the Pledge of the Bus. Those details would be important when the policy moves into implementation.

The real measure of improvement will be whether residents can access buses more easily and complete their journeys with fewer delays and unnecessary connections.

Does the manifesto announce new bus fares?

The Pledge of the Bus does not specify a new bus fare or promise a particular fare reduction. The Pledge of One Ticket focuses on integrating rail, bus and ferry services under one transport card, and it describes a more connected payment system, not a specific fare price. Residents should therefore distinguish between the commitment to improve transport integration and any separate announcement about fares.

What should Lagos commuters expect?

The bus plan in The Lagos Promise is about improving the reach and organisation of public bus services across the state. Its success will depend on how the expansion is delivered, which routes are prioritised, how services are managed and how effectively buses connect with rail and ferry transport.

Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat's public bus commitment is to expand and reform the BRT and bus network across every division of Lagos. The wider transport plan is to connect those services with rail and ferry under a more integrated system.

#TheLagosPromise(Ìlérí Èkó)

If you report a bad road, a blocked drainage channel, poor service at a government office or another problem affecting your community, how long should you wait before Lagos State Government responds?

This is one of the questions addressed in Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat's 2027 governorship manifesto, The Lagos Promise.

Hamzat has proposed a government complaint system supported by service charters, with clear timelines for acknowledging complaints, responding to residents and resolving reported issues.

At his manifesto unveiling on 30 October 2026, he said complaints would be acknowledged within 48 hours, answered within seven days and resolved within 30 days.

But what does this actually mean? How would residents submit complaints, and what happens after a complaint is received?

Let's explain.

What is Hamzat's 48-hour complaint system?

The proposal is part of Hamzat's Citizen Service Promise. The idea is to establish clear service standards across government offices so residents know what to expect when they contact a ministry, department or agency.

Rather than submitting a complaint and being left without information about what happens next, residents should receive an acknowledgement, an initial response and, where possible, a resolution within published timelines.

Hamzat's reported service standards are:
1. Within 48 hours: The government acknowledges the complaint.
2. Within seven days: The resident receives an answer or response.
3. Within 30 days: The complaint is expected to be resolved.

These are three different stages. Acknowledging a complaint does not mean the issue has been fixed. It means the government has received it and should recognise it through the complaints process. The seven-day response gives the resident an update or answer, while the 30-day timeline is the proposed resolution target.

What is a government Service Charter?

A Service Charter is a public document that explains the services a government office provides and the standards residents should expect. For example, a ministry or agency's charter could state:
- The services it provides.
- The requirements for accessing each service.
- The expected processing time.
- How residents can submit complaints.
- The office or official responsible for handling complaints.

What happens when the published service standard is not met.

Under The Lagos Promise, Hamzat has proposed publishing a Service Charter for every Ministry, Department and Agency (MDA). This means residents should be able to understand what each government office is responsible for and how long particular services are expected to take. The objective is to make government service standards clearer and easier to assess.

What kind of complaints can Lagos residents submit?

The existing Lagos State Citizens Gate platform already provides a channel for residents to communicate with government about non-emergency issues. Its listed feedback categories include:

1. Road and infrastructure complaints: Residents can report potholes, damaged roads, dilapidated infrastructure and other problems affecting public facilities.

2. Drainage and environmental complaints: Residents can report flooding-related problems, blocked drainage and overdue refuse collection.

3. Government service complaints: People can raise issues concerning services provided by ministries, departments and government agencies.

4. Traffic complaints: Residents can report traffic problems and issues affecting the movement of vehicles.

5. Suggestions and enquiries: Citizens can also ask questions, make suggestions and provide feedback on government services.

The Citizens Gate platform is an existing government service. Hamzat's proposal is to strengthen the way complaints are handled through published service standards and response timelines.

How can residents currently complain to Lagos State Government?

Residents can use the Lagos State Citizens Gate website to submit non-emergency feedback. The platform provides options to:
- Select the type of feedback, such as a complaint, enquiry or suggestion.
- Provide contact information.
- Select the relevant ministry, department or agency where applicable.
- Identify the local government area and incident location.
- Describe the issue.
- Upload supporting files where necessary.
- Submit the feedback.

The platform also provides options for submitting feedback without signing up and offers a WhatsApp channel. For non-emergency enquiries, the Citizens Gate website lists the toll-free number 0800 002 4842. For emergencies, residents should use the established emergency numbers 112 or 767, rather than treating the ordinary complaints process as an emergency response service.

What happens after a complaint is submitted?

Under Hamzat's proposed timelines, the process would have three main stages.

Stage 1: Acknowledgement within 48 hours. The relevant government complaints system should acknowledge receipt of the complaint. This lets the resident know that the submission has entered the process.

Stage 2: Response within seven days. The resident should receive an answer or initial response within seven days. Depending on the issue, this could explain the next steps, the government office responsible or what action is being considered.

Stage 3: Resolution within 30 days. The proposed standard is to resolve the complaint within 30 days. The exact action will depend on the nature of the complaint. A request for information, a delayed administrative service and a damaged public road may require different kinds of intervention. The important point is that the proposed system gives residents timelines against which government service can be assessed.

How will residents know whether government offices are meeting the targets?

This is where the proposed Service Delivery Office and service charters become relevant. Hamzat has also promised to establish a Lagos State Service Delivery Office through an executive order. According to his manifesto-launch announcement, the office would publish baseline figures for assessing the administration's commitments.

The wider proposal is to make government performance easier to monitor through published standards, service information and performance reporting. If implemented, this could help residents identify which offices are meeting their service standards and where delays are occurring.

However, the effectiveness of the system will depend on whether the standards are published, complaints are properly tracked and performance information is made available to the public.

Is the 48-hour complaint system already operating?

The 48-hour, seven-day and 30-day timelines are part of Hamzat's proposed programme for a future administration. They should not be presented as a new system already implemented by his government. Lagos already has Citizens Gate, which allows residents to submit complaints and other feedback.

The proposed change is to establish clearer and more consistent service standards across government offices, supported by service charters and published response timelines.

There is also a detail worth clarifying in the published material: Hamzat's manifesto-launch statement was reported as giving a 48-hour acknowledgement target, while the Citizen Service Promise text in the manifesto describes acknowledgement within 24 hours, followed by a seven-day initial response and 30-day resolution for routine matters.

The acknowledgement timeline therefore needs to be reconciled in the final published service standard.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long will Lagos Government take to acknowledge a complaint under Hamzat's proposal?
Hamzat's manifesto-launch statement was reported as promising acknowledgement within 48 hours. The Citizen Service Promise text in the manifesto, however, states 24 hours.

2. How long will it take to get a response?
The reported proposal is to provide an answer or initial response within seven days.

3. How long will it take to resolve a complaint?
The proposed target is resolution within 30 days, with the manifesto text referring specifically to routine matters.

4. Where can Lagos residents currently submit complaints?
Residents can use the Lagos State Citizens Gate website to submit non-emergency complaints, enquiries, suggestions and other feedback.

5. What is a Service Charter?
A Service Charter is a public document that explains what a government office provides, the standards residents should expect and the timeframes for receiving services.

6. Will every ministry have a Service Charter?
Hamzat has proposed publishing a Service Charter for every Ministry, Department and Agency.

7. Is the 48-hour complaint system already operational?
No. The timelines are part of Hamzat's proposed programme. Lagos already operates Citizens Gate, but the proposed service standards should not be confused with a system already implemented under his future administration.

What will Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat do for vulnerable children if he becomes Governor of Lagos State in 2027? It is a question worth asking, particularly in a state where children can be found hawking in traffic, working in markets, living on the streets or growing up without adequate protection and access to essential services.

In The Lagos Promise, Hamzat has dedicated an entire chapter to this issue. Chapter I.4, titled The Protection of Every Lagos Child, outlines a proposal to strengthen how Lagos State identifies, receives and protects children at risk. The proposal centres on three commitments: establishing a dedicated child protection agency, creating a 24-hour safeguarding response system and introducing regular audits of institutions responsible for children's care.

Here is what these commitments mean and what Lagos residents could expect the incoming administration to prioritise.

1. Establish a Dedicated Child Protection Agency: The first proposal is to establish a dedicated legal entity responsible for protecting every child in Lagos State. The manifesto calls this the Pledge of the Named Owner.

Under the proposal, child protection will have a clearly defined institutional owner and a named executive responsible for overseeing its work. This is important because child welfare often involves several government institutions and responsibilities. When responsibilities are spread across different agencies, it can become difficult to establish who is accountable when a child needs urgent assistance.

A dedicated legal entity would give child protection a clearer administrative structure and make it easier to hold the responsible leadership accountable. The manifesto does not provide a proposed agency name or announce an establishment date. Those details would need to be clarified during implementation.

2. Create a 24-Hour Child Protection Response Centre: The second commitment is the establishment of what the manifesto calls a Single Front Door. Hamzat proposes a co-located, multi-agency safeguarding hub with a 24-hour intake system and joint assessment within 48 hours.

Practically, this means creating a central point where concerns about a child's safety can be reported and assessed, rather than requiring residents to navigate several government offices. For example, if a child is found living on the streets, exposed to abuse or facing neglect, the proposed system would provide a recognised channel for receiving the report and coordinating an assessment.

The 48-hour assessment commitment is particularly important. It gives the proposed system a measurable response standard rather than leaving families and concerned residents uncertain about what happens after reporting a case. A successful implementation would require effective coordination among the relevant child welfare, social services, law enforcement and other safeguarding institutions.

3. Audit Children's Homes and Introduce Background Checks: The third commitment focuses on the safety of institutions responsible for children. Under the Pledge of the Safe Institution, the manifesto proposes annual audits of every child-care institution and school, alongside mandatory criminal background checks. This would introduce a regular accountability process for institutions responsible for children's welfare and education.

The purpose is to ensure that the places entrusted with caring for children meet appropriate safety standards and that people working in those environments undergo the necessary checks. For Lagos, this could strengthen oversight of children's homes, care institutions and schools. It also addresses an important part of child protection: keeping children safe does not end when they are removed from a dangerous environment. The institutions receiving them must also be safe.

What Does This Mean for Children Living on the Streets?

Although the manifesto's chapter covers every child under 18, its implications are particularly relevant to vulnerable children. It specifically recognises that a 16-year-old trading in a market, a 17-year-old in an apprenticeship and a 15-year-old who has left school are all children entitled to protection under the law. This is a broader approach than treating child welfare as an issue affecting only children in registered orphanages or residential homes.

The proposed agency would provide institutional responsibility, the safeguarding hub would provide a reporting and assessment channel, and the annual audits would strengthen oversight of institutions caring for children.

However, the manifesto does not provide a detailed street-child rehabilitation programme, a timetable for family reunification or specific funding figures for these interventions. These are important implementation questions the administration would need to address.

Will These Three Things Happen Within Hamzat's First 100 Days?

The Lagos Promise identifies these three commitments, but does not explicitly classify them as first-100-day deliverables. The first 100 days could provide an opportunity to begin the institutional work: defining the legal structure of the proposed entity, appointing responsible leadership, designing the safeguarding hub and establishing the framework for institutional audits.

The actual establishment of the legal entity, operationalisation of the hub and completion of statewide audits would depend on the necessary legal, administrative, staffing and funding arrangements. Lagos residents should therefore distinguish between actions that can begin within the first 100 days and systems that will take longer to become fully operational.

In conclusion, the child protection chapter of The Lagos Promise proposes a more structured approach to protecting vulnerable children in Lagos. Rather than relying on scattered responsibilities, it outlines three central changes: a dedicated legal entity, a coordinated 24-hour safeguarding system and regular safety audits of institutions responsible for children.

For children living on the streets, those exposed to abuse and those growing up without adequate care, the real test will be whether these proposals translate into accessible protection and timely intervention.

Read the full manifesto: https://koh2027.ng/manifesto

Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat’s 30-year vision for Lagos focuses on developing skilled workers, expanding medical education and preparing residents for the jobs of the future. He has repeatedly said that Lagos must become the human capital of the world.

The ambition is part of a wider 30-year development framework for Lagos, which he says should prepare the state for population growth and the changing demands of the global economy.

The central idea is that Lagos needs more than graduates. It needs people with the skills employers are looking for, more medical professionals to serve its growing population, and a workforce capable of competing for opportunities locally and internationally.

The skills gap Hamzat keeps pointing to
Hamzat has said that companies operating in Lagos sometimes struggle to find workers with the right skills, despite the large number of graduates produced by the state. His concern is the gap between formal education and the practical skills required by employers.

He has identified artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and blockchain technology as areas where young Lagosians should receive more training. The objective is to prepare them for jobs in Nigeria and opportunities in the international digital economy. The argument is that Lagos should not only produce graduates. It should produce people with skills that businesses need and can use.

Why is medical training part of the plan?
Human capital, in Hamzat’s view, also includes the professionals needed to keep essential services running. He has spoken about expanding medical training through a proposed University of Medicine and Allied Sciences.

In a recent interview, Hamzat said the Lagos State University College of Medicine currently graduates about 300 doctors annually. He argued that the state should increase its capacity towards 1,000 doctors a year. This is his stated figure and target. The proposal is not limited to doctors: he has also mentioned the need to train more nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.

Hamzat has acknowledged that Nigerians will continue to relocate in search of opportunities. His argument is that government cannot prevent people from moving, but it can increase the number of professionals being trained so that the country continues to build its workforce.

Why does the plan look 30 years ahead?
Lagos is growing, and its population creates pressure on housing, transport, healthcare, education, security and other public services. Hamzat has referred to a 30-year development plan that considers these long-term needs, including human capital, infrastructure, housing, flood control, waste management and security.

His emphasis is that infrastructure alone cannot sustain a growing city. Lagos also needs people with the knowledge and skills to operate its systems, maintain its infrastructure and support its economy. That is why human capital development features prominently in his comments about the state's future.

For young lagosians, if the proposals are implemented, the focus would be on giving more young people access to training in fields where employers need skilled workers. For example, training in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and blockchain could prepare some residents for technology-related jobs and remote work.

Expanding medical education could also increase the number of doctors and other healthcare professionals entering the workforce each year. The wider ambition is to make Lagos a source of skilled talent, not just a place where businesses come to find customers and workers.

However, achieving this would require more than announcing new courses or institutions. Training must be linked to employers' needs, supported by qualified instructors and facilities, and updated as technology and the economy change.

One of the complaints residents outside central Lagos often make is that they have to travel long distances to access some state government services.

Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat says he wants to address this by decentralising government services and establishing mini-secretariats in Ikorodu, Badagry and Epe if elected governor of Lagos State in 2027.

Speaking during an interview on IKD 106.1 FM's KOH Unscripted in Ikorodu, Hamzat said his goal was to make it possible for residents to resolve about 80 per cent of the government-related issues they encounter within their own divisions, without having to travel to Alausa. Other matters that require attention at the state headquarters would still be referred to Alausa.

What are the proposed mini-secretariats?
The idea is to bring some government services closer to residents in the divisions where they live. Rather than making Alausa the destination for every matter, the proposed mini-secretariats would provide a more accessible point for residents to deal with government.

Hamzat has named three locations for the proposed facilities: Ikorodu, Badagry and Epe. He has also stated an 80 per cent target for resolving residents' service needs within their divisions.

However, the specific government departments and services that would operate from these mini-secretariats have not yet been fully explained. The 80 per cent figure should therefore be understood as a target Hamzat has announced, not an existing performance result.

Why is Hamzat focusing on the five divisions?
Lagos State is commonly organised into five administrative divisions under the IBILE structure:
- Ikeja
- Badagry
- Ikorodu
- Lagos Island
- Epe

Hamzat's argument is that development should not be concentrated in one part of the state. Each division should be developed according to its economic strengths and the needs of its residents. For example, he identified agriculture, food processing and transportation as areas with potential for further development in Ikorodu.

His proposal also involves improving infrastructure around emerging institutions and economic activities so that development can spread across the state.

What about local government administration?
Hamzat also spoke about reorganising the physical and financial structures of local government administration. He said the objective would be to improve accountability, reduce financial leakages and identify ghost workers.

This is a separate but related part of his decentralisation plan. While the mini-secretariats concern access to state government services, the local government proposal concerns how councils are organised and managed. The details of how the proposed reorganisation would work have not yet been fully set out.

If properly implemented, the proposal could make government services more accessible to residents who live far from Ikeja. It could also reduce unnecessary journeys to the state secretariat and make it easier for residents to engage with government offices closer to home.

But the result would depend on the services actually made available at the mini-secretariats, the authority given to their officials, staffing, funding and how well the offices are connected to the main state government system. Simply opening buildings in three divisions would not be enough. Residents would need to be able to complete real transactions there rather than being sent back to Alausa.

What happens next?
Hamzat's mini-secretariat proposal is part of his wider plan to decentralise governance and promote more balanced development across Lagos' five divisions. If he becomes governor, residents will want to know which services will be available at the three proposed locations, when the facilities will begin operating and how the 80 per cent target will be measured.

For now, the proposal sets out to bring more government services closer to residents and reduce the need to travel to Alausa for matters that can be handled within their divisions.

What do you think? Should Lagos establish mini-secretariats in Ikorodu, Badagry and Epe, and what government services should be available there?

Obafemi Hamzat has proposed establishing a dedicated Child Welfare Administration Agency within his first 100 days in office if elected governor of Lagos State. The proposed agency would focus on identifying vulnerable children, providing appropriate care and rehabilitation, and helping children under 18 return to school or receive vocational training.

The proposal is part of Hamzat’s plans for addressing the number of children living or working on the streets of Lagos. He says the state needs a more organised approach that distinguishes children who require social support from those facing substance-use problems, children who have left home in search of safety and those involved in criminal activities.

His position is that these different circumstances require different interventions rather than treating every child found on the streets in the same way.

What is Hamzat proposing for children on the streets?
At a town hall organised by The Platform Nigeria on 1 October 2026, Hamzat identified child welfare as one of his proposed administration’s priorities. He said he would establish a Child Welfare Administration Agency separate from the Ministry of Youth and Social Development. The agency would have a dedicated responsibility for children's welfare and protection.

Hamzat said children under 18 should not be left roaming the streets without care or direction. His stated objective is to ensure that every child is either in school or receiving appropriate vocational training. The proposal is intended to give child welfare a more focused administrative structure, rather than leaving responsibility spread across different areas of government.

How would the proposed Child Welfare Administration Agency work?
Hamzat's proposal involves identifying and separating different categories of children who may be living on the streets. These include:
1. Children who have lost parental care or need social support.
2. Children who have left their homes and come to Lagos in search of safety or other opportunities.
3. Children experiencing substance-use problems or other difficulties requiring specialised support.
4. Children involved in criminal activities who may also require appropriate intervention and rehabilitation.

This is important because a child who has run away from an unsafe home may need protection and family support, while a child experiencing substance-use problems may require treatment and rehabilitation.

The agency would therefore need to assess each child's circumstances before determining the appropriate response. This approach recognises that children found on the streets do not all have the same experiences or needs.

Will Hamzat build shelters and rehabilitation centres?
Hamzat has also spoken about providing and expanding shelters specifically for children under 18. He noted that Lagos already has shelters used for people affected by domestic violence, disasters and other circumstances. However, he argued that children require more dedicated attention and facilities suited to their needs.

Under the proposed approach, children who need protection would be taken into appropriate care, assessed and supported through rehabilitation.

Depending on their circumstances, the intervention could include temporary accommodation, healthcare, psychosocial support, treatment for substance-use problems, family reunification where appropriate and assistance returning to education. The intention is not simply to remove children from the streets, but to address the circumstances that brought them there.

Will children be returned to school or vocational training?
Education and skills development are central to Hamzat's proposal. He has said that children under 18 should either be in school or engaged in vocational training. This would require the proposed agency to work with relevant education and social welfare institutions to identify children who are out of school and determine the support they need.

For children who have missed years of schooling, returning to a classroom may require additional assistance. Others may need age-appropriate vocational training and support to develop practical skills.

The success of this part of the proposal would depend on the availability of schools, trained personnel, learning materials and recognised vocational programmes. It would also require safeguards to ensure that vocational training does not become a route into exploitative child labour.

What about malnutrition among young children?
Hamzat has also raised concerns about malnutrition, particularly among children aged zero to five. During his October town hall presentation, he referred to a figure of 34 per cent of children in West Africa being malnourished. He argued that malnutrition is not determined by poverty alone, but also by the quality of food children receive.

That figure was presented by Hamzat as a regional statistic, not a measurement of malnutrition among children in Lagos. The concern is relevant to the wider child welfare proposal because protecting children involves more than providing shelter and education. Young children also need adequate nutrition, healthcare and early support for healthy development. A dedicated child welfare agency would therefore need effective links with healthcare and nutrition programmes if it is to address these needs.

What happens after children are removed from the streets?
One of the most important questions is what happens to children after they are identified and taken into care. Removing a child from the street is only the first step. A lasting intervention would need to establish why the child was there, whether the child has a safe family environment, what support is required and how progress will be monitored.

For some children, reunification with their families may be appropriate. For others, returning home may not be safe, making alternative care necessary. Children experiencing substance-use problems or other health difficulties would also need access to suitable treatment and continuing support.

The proposed agency would need clear procedures for these decisions, trained child-protection personnel and systems to prevent children from being neglected, abused or returned to unsafe circumstances.

What does Hamzat's plan mean for children living on Lagos streets?
Hamzat's proposal is to create a dedicated agency that can identify vulnerable children, distinguish their circumstances and coordinate the support they need. It includes shelters, rehabilitation, education, vocational training and attention to health and nutrition.

The central idea is that children living on the streets should not all be treated as one group. Their circumstances need to be understood before appropriate interventions can be provided. If implemented, the proposed Child Welfare Administration Agency would give child welfare a separate institutional focus within the Lagos government.

The ultimate measure, however, will not be the creation of another government agency. It will be whether more vulnerable children receive safe accommodation, access education and healthcare, develop useful skills and find lasting alternatives to life on the streets.

Children in Lagos need more than temporary removal from public spaces. They need protection, care and opportunities to build a better future.

Sources
- Premium Times: Lagos governorship candidates speak on education, housing, healthcare and other plans
- Independent Newspaper: Hamzat promises residents transparent, measurable governance through 100 commitments.
- Checkout Magazine: Hamzat unveils plans to tackle Lagos challenges.
- Nairaland: My Plan for Kids on the Streets in Lagos.

Obafemi Hamzat has outlined proposals that address some of the pressures facing market women and traders in Lagos, including unauthorised levies, high food transport costs and losses caused by inadequate storage. His agenda includes coordinating state and local government charges, expanding food logistics infrastructure and supporting farmers. The measures are proposals and commitments, however; their impact will depend on how they are implemented.

What has Hamzat said about levies on traders?

At The Platform town hall on 1 October 2026, Hamzat pledged to remove unauthorised, untraceable and unknown levies if elected governor. He said businesses should know exactly what they are required to pay and should not face repeated demands for money at road junctions after paying their official charges. TheCable reported his remarks.

The proposal is for traders who face overlapping or unclear charges while moving goods or operating their businesses. Such payments can add to operating costs, particularly for small businesses working with limited margins.

Hamzat has also proposed a State Economic Council to coordinate the state government’s approach with local councils and harmonise charges. The aim is to make payment obligations clearer and reduce unauthorised collections.

The practical question is how the proposal would work. Traders would need a clear list of approved charges, accessible ways to verify them, receipts where applicable and a reliable process for reporting illegal collections. Enforcement would also have to cover the people collecting unauthorised payments, not only the businesses being charged.

What is Hamzat proposing to reduce food transport and storage costs?

At a Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) engagement on 14 October 2026, Hamzat outlined a food logistics plan involving a proposed 420-hectare food logistics hub and cold-chain network. The aim is to improve food storage, reduce waste and lower the cost of moving produce from farms to markets. He also proposed a ₦500 billion guarantee scheme for farmers to support agricultural production and supply. Vanguard reported the proposals.

These measures could matter to market women selling perishable goods. When tomatoes, vegetables, fish and other food items spoil before they are sold, traders lose money. Storage facilities and a more efficient distribution system could reduce those losses and help keep supplies moving.

Hamzat also said cold-chain facilities in Mushin and Gbagada had helped market women reduce logistics costs by 40 per cent. That figure should be treated as his reported claim: publicly available reporting does not, by itself, establish the calculation, the number of traders surveyed or whether the saving applies across different markets and types of produce.

Lagos has already developed food-market infrastructure. In December 2023, the state inaugurated a Fresh Food Agro-Hub at Idi-Oro in Mushin, with centralised dry and cold storage. The proposed larger logistics hub should therefore be assessed alongside existing facilities, including how widely traders can access them and what it costs to use them. The Nation reported the Idi-Oro hub’s inauguration.

How could these proposals affect market women?
The agenda addresses three connected concerns:
- Unpredictable charges: Removing unauthorised collections could make business costs easier to anticipate.
- Food losses: Better storage could help traders preserve perishable goods for longer.
- Supply and transport: Improved logistics and support for farmers could make it easier to move produce into Lagos markets.

These are intended benefits, not guaranteed outcomes. Lower transport costs do not automatically mean lower retail prices or higher profits. The result will depend on access to the facilities, operating fees, transport arrangements, food supply and whether savings reach traders and consumers.

The proposals also focus mainly on levies and food distribution. They do not, on their own, answer every challenge traders face, such as access to affordable credit, market facilities, reliable electricity, sanitation and protection from harassment.

Currently, Hamzat has publicly addressed unauthorised levies and presented food logistics and farmer support as parts of his proposed agenda for Lagos. Existing infrastructure, including the Idi-Oro agro-hub, provides a starting point, while the larger hub and guarantee scheme require scrutiny of their design, funding and delivery.

For market women and traders, will they face fewer unauthorised charges, lose less stock and spend less moving goods to market? The proposals identify those problems. Their real value will depend on measurable results after implementation.

Sources
- TheCable: Hamzat promises to end unauthorised levies on Lagos businesses
- Vanguard: Hamzat unveils policy agenda on transport, housing and security
- The Nation: Lagos inaugurates agro-produce hub

The Lagos Promise is Obafemi Hamzat’s proposed programme for governing Lagos State if he wins the 2027 governorship election. Public presentations describe it as a framework built around seven pillars, 31 chapters and 100 pledges, with a 100-point HAMZAT Compact intended to make the commitments easier for residents to monitor.

Hamzat has said 87 of the 100 pledges are commitments for which he can be held directly accountable, while the remaining 13 depend on decisions by the courts or the Federal Government. The full manifesto is scheduled for presentation on 30 October 2026. Until its complete text is available, the public announcements provide an outline of the plan rather than a full account of every pledge.

How is The Lagos Promise structured?

Hamzat presented elements of his policy agenda to the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) on 13 October 2026. The proposals covered economic growth, electricity, transport, food distribution, land administration and government accountability.

According to reports of his announcements, The Lagos Promise has seven pillars, 31 chapters and 100 pledges. Hamzat has described the framework as a way for residents to assess his performance if he becomes governor.

The distinction between the 87 commitments and the 13 aspirations is also part of that accountability framework. Hamzat said the latter depend on decisions outside the direct control of a state governor, including court decisions and Federal Government approval.

This distinction will matter when the manifesto is assessed. A commitment should be judged against its stated target and deadline, while an aspiration dependent on another institution requires a different measure of progress.

Sources: TheCable’s report on The Lagos Promise and Vanguard’s report on Hamzat’s policy agenda.

What are the seven pillars of The Lagos Promise?

The framework identifies seven pillars: People First, Renewal, Opportunity, Machinery of Government, Inclusion, Security and Justice, and Everyday Dignity.

These headings group the proposed policies into broad areas of government. They cover public services and human development, infrastructure and economic opportunity, the way government operates, inclusion, public safety and access to justice, and residents’ everyday needs.

The individual pledges will be important in determining what each pillar means in practice. The headings describe the programme’s broad direction, but the specific targets, budgets, locations and implementation dates are what residents will need to track.

What does The Lagos Promise propose for electricity and business?

One of the economic proposals is to expand electricity generation by an additional 500 megawatts through embedded generation for industrial clusters and independent power projects for public facilities. Hamzat has also proposed working with existing power assets, including Egbin Power Station in Ikorodu, to support Lagos’s electricity needs.

The agenda also addresses the cost of doing business. Hamzat has pledged to tackle unauthorised levies and streamline government charges, particularly those affecting micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. He has proposed establishing a State Economic Council to coordinate economic development and a state wealth fund to preserve resources for future generations.

These are proposed measures, not evidence that the additional power capacity or new institutions have already been delivered. Their eventual impact will depend on funding, implementation arrangements, regulatory requirements and measurable results.

Source: TheCable: Hamzat pledges crackdown on illegal levies and tax reforms.

What are the proposals for food security and farmers?

Food distribution is another part of the agenda. Hamzat has discussed a 420-hectare food logistics hub and a cold-chain network intended to reduce food waste, improve storage and lower the cost of transporting produce between farms and markets.

He has also proposed a ₦500 billion guarantee scheme to support farmers. The proposal is intended to improve access to financing, although its eventual reach will depend on the scheme’s design, eligibility rules, funding arrangements and implementation.

The logistics hub and guarantee scheme should be assessed separately. One concerns the infrastructure needed to store and distribute food; the other concerns financial support for agricultural production. Both will need clear delivery targets before residents can measure their effects on food prices and farmers’ access to markets.

Source: Nigeria Info FM’s report on Hamzat’s transport, housing and security proposals.

What does The Lagos Promise say about transport and housing?

Hamzat’s publicly presented proposals include an integrated transport system connecting rail, roads and waterways. He has also discussed improving ferry terminals, expanding bus services and developing rail infrastructure to reduce pressure on Lagos roads.

On housing, he has proposed working with private developers to increase the supply of affordable homes and exploring mortgage arrangements for young people and lower-income earners.

The proposals address two practical concerns for residents: the time and cost of daily movement, and the difficulty of securing decent housing. The full manifesto will need to clarify the projects, funding, locations and timelines behind these commitments.

Source: Vanguard’s report on the policy agenda.

How will the HAMZAT Compact make the promises accountable?

The 100-point HAMZAT Compact is intended to give residents a way to track the administration’s performance if Hamzat is elected. He has described the compact as a framework specifying what will be done, where it will be done, what it will cost and who will be responsible.

That approach could make the manifesto easier to assess than a list of broad ambitions, provided the published commitments contain enough detail to verify progress.

For the compact to work as an accountability tool, each pledge needs a clear starting point, a deadline, a responsible agency and a way to measure completion. Where a commitment depends on federal approval, court decisions or private-sector participation, that dependency should also be stated.

What should residents look for in the full manifesto?

The Lagos Promise is being presented as a plan to build on existing systems while addressing gaps in infrastructure, economic opportunity and public services. Its seven pillars provide the broad framework, while the 100 pledges are intended to give the programme more specific targets.

The next step is to examine the complete document. Residents should be able to identify the cost, location, deadline and responsible agency for each major commitment, alongside the legal or financial conditions that could affect delivery.

The full manifesto is scheduled for presentation on 30 October 2026. Once released, it will be possible to check the complete list of pledges, verify the proposed timelines and assess how the programme addresses issues such as flooding, drainage, housing, public services and transport.

Obafemi Hamzat has said officials who approve buildings on flood-prone land in Lagos should be identified and held accountable. He said the state is strengthening its Geographic Information System (GIS) to track development approvals and identify the officials responsible.

Hamzat made the remarks during an interview on TVC News’ Journalists’ Hangout on 14 September 2026. He linked unauthorised development on drainage routes and flood-prone land to wider flooding risks in Lagos.

His stated approach focuses on tracing building approvals, enforcing planning rules and preventing developments that obstruct the movement of water. The extent to which the measures will be implemented and enforced remains to be seen.

What has Hamzat said about buildings on flood-prone land?

Hamzat said officials who approve developments that violate planning requirements should be tracked and face penalties. He argued that buildings should not be allowed simply because they can be constructed if they do not qualify for legal approval. He warned that building on drainage routes can expose surrounding communities to flooding.

His remarks focus on both the development itself and the approval process. The aim is to make it possible to identify who authorised a development and hold responsible officials accountable where rules have been breached.

However, not every building in a flood-prone area is necessarily illegal. Whether a development can be approved depends on the applicable planning rules and the conditions of the specific site.

How would GIS help track building approvals?

GIS stands for Geographic Information System. It is a digital mapping technology that can link locations to information about land, infrastructure and development.

Hamzat said Lagos was strengthening its GIS capacity to make development approvals traceable electronically. Such a system could help officials identify where approvals were granted and which officials handled them.

For the system to support enforcement, the state would need accurate records, reliable links between approvals and responsible officials, and a process for investigating suspected breaches.

Hamzat has stated that officials responsible for improper approvals should face penalties. The effectiveness of that approach will depend on how the system is used and whether investigations lead to consistent enforcement.

Why can buildings on drainage routes increase flood risk?

Flooding in Lagos has several causes, including heavy rainfall, low-lying terrain, water levels in receiving channels and drainage constraints. Drainage channels help carry rainwater towards creeks, lagoons and other receiving waters. When buildings or other structures obstruct these routes, water may not drain as intended. This can increase flood risk in surrounding areas.

The effects can extend beyond the property where the obstruction occurs. Water that cannot move through a drainage route may collect in nearby streets, homes and businesses.

This is why planning approvals matter to flood management. Keeping existing drains clear is important, but preventing development that obstructs waterways is also part of managing flood risk.

How does the proposal relate to drainage clearing and dredging?

Hamzat’s comments on building approvals form part of a wider discussion about flood management in Lagos. In the same September interview, he said about 1,000 workers under the Environmental Flooding Action Group (EFAG) had been deployed to clear drainage channels. He also referred to dredging the Ikota River and discussed improving the monitoring of drainage infrastructure.

These measures address different parts of the problem. Drainage clearing helps remove blockages, while dredging may improve water flow where sediment has reduced a channel’s capacity. Planning enforcement is intended to prevent improper development from creating additional obstructions.

None of these measures alone can guarantee that flooding will stop. Their impact depends on sustained maintenance, effective planning controls and the condition of the wider drainage network.

Will existing buildings on drainage routes be removed?

Hamzat has spoken about the need to enforce planning rules and address structures that obstruct drainage channels. However, the details of any particular removal action depend on the site, the applicable rules and the relevant enforcement process.

The distinction between preventing new unauthorised development and dealing with existing structures is important. Tracking approvals may help identify officials responsible for improper decisions, but it does not by itself remove an obstruction or resolve a flood risk. Residents will need clear information about enforcement actions, the locations affected and the procedures followed.

The bottom line is Hamzat has said Lagos will use digital tracking to identify officials who approve developments that violate planning requirements, including buildings on flood-prone land and drainage routes.

Hamzat's proposal is intended to strengthen accountability in the planning approval process. Its impact will depend on the accuracy of the records, the investigation of suspected violations and consistent enforcement. For Lagos, the issue is not only how quickly drains are cleared, but also whether planning decisions protect the routes water needs to follow.

Sources
TVC News: Lagos Will Punish Officials Approving Buildings on Flood Plains – Hamzat
TVC News: Lagos Reviewing Drainage Master Plan Over Climate Change – Hamzat

Yes. Obafemi Hamzat has identified flood prevention, improved drainage, waste management and coastal protection as priorities for The Lagos Promise, the manifesto he is scheduled to present on 30 October 2026 ahead of the Lagos governorship election.

The announcement places flooding and drainage among the environmental issues his proposed administration says it would address. However, the full manifesto has not yet been presented, so its detailed commitments, targets and timelines remain to be confirmed.

Hamzat has also discussed specific drainage measures in his capacity as Lagos State deputy governor, including clearing drainage channels, dredging the Ikota River and reviewing the state’s drainage master plan. These earlier remarks provide context for his stated approach to flood management.

What has Hamzat said about flooding in Lagos?

In a September 2026 interview on TVC News’ Journalists’ Hangout, Hamzat discussed the challenges facing Lagos’s drainage system and the measures the state was taking to manage flooding.

He identified heavy rainfall, rising water levels and climate change among the challenges facing the state. He also pointed to blocked drainage channels, development along natural waterways and the difficulty of moving water into receiving channels.

Hamzat said Lagos has seven drainage systems and that the state had engaged 1,000 workers under the Environmental Flooding Action Group (EFAG) to clear drainage channels.

These measures relate to the management of existing drainage infrastructure. The full manifesto will need to clarify whether Hamzat intends to expand these programmes, introduce additional measures or set new targets.

What drainage measures has Hamzat discussed?

Hamzat’s earlier statements identify several areas of focus.

Drainage maintenance: He said 1,000 EFAG workers were engaged to clear drainage channels. Regular maintenance can help prevent waste and other materials from obstructing water flow.

Reviewing the drainage master plan: Hamzat said the plan was reviewed every five years and suggested that the interval could be reduced to three years in response to changing climate conditions. This was a suggestion, not confirmation that a new review cycle had been adopted.

Dredging the Ikota River: He said dredging work was under way on the river. Dredging removes accumulated sediment and may help improve water flow where sediment has reduced a channel’s capacity.

Monitoring drainage infrastructure: Hamzat also discussed plans to extend a control-room system used to monitor ferry movements to drainage infrastructure. The extent to which this system will monitor drains, and when it will become operational, requires further detail.

These are measures Hamzat discussed before the manifesto launch. They should not automatically be treated as new pledges in The Lagos Promise unless the published document confirms them.

Will The Lagos Promise address coastal communities?

Yes. In his preview of the manifesto, Hamzat included the protection of coastal communities among the environmental priorities he intends to address.

Coastal areas face risks associated with heavy rainfall, rising water levels and the movement of water through connected drainage channels, creeks and lagoons. The measures required can vary from one community to another.

The full manifesto should provide more detail on how coastal protection would be pursued, including the types of infrastructure or interventions proposed, the communities to be prioritised, funding arrangements and implementation timelines.

Until those details are published, it is possible to identify coastal protection as a stated priority, but not to assess the specific measures or their likely impact.

How does flooding fit into The Lagos Promise?

Flood prevention and improved drainage form part of the environmental priorities Hamzat has announced ahead of the manifesto presentation. He has also mentioned waste management and coastal protection.

The agenda is expected to cover other areas of governance, including transport, housing, security, healthcare, education and jobs. The manifesto’s full text will be needed to establish the precise structure of these priorities and the commitments attached to each one.

Hamzat has presented his approach as building on existing programmes while addressing problems that remain. For flooding, that raises practical questions about drainage maintenance, enforcement against development that obstructs waterways, infrastructure planning and the monitoring of results.

Can these measures stop flooding in Lagos?

Drainage maintenance, dredging and better planning can help manage flood risk, but they cannot guarantee that flooding will end.

The outcome depends on several factors, including rainfall, water levels in receiving channels, the capacity and condition of drainage infrastructure, land use and the enforcement of planning rules.

Residents also have a role in preventing blockages by disposing of refuse properly. However, responsibility for flood management also rests with public authorities, which must maintain infrastructure, enforce relevant rules and plan for changing environmental conditions.

The effectiveness of any future programme will need to be judged by what is implemented and whether it reduces flood risk in affected communities.

What should Lagos residents look for when the manifesto is released?

The manifesto’s detailed proposals will help residents assess how the stated priorities would be put into practice. Key questions include:
- Will the government expand drainage maintenance or set measurable targets for clearing channels?
- Will the proposed three-year review of the drainage master plan be formally adopted?
- What additional dredging or drainage projects are planned, and where?
- What measures are proposed to protect coastal communities?
- How will the government monitor progress and report results to the public?
- The answers will help distinguish broad priorities from specific commitments that can be monitored over time.

The bottom line is, Hamzat has identified flood prevention, improved drainage and coastal protection among the priorities of The Lagos Promise, which is scheduled for presentation on 30 October 2026.

His earlier statements also describe measures involving drainage maintenance, EFAG workers, the proposed review of the drainage master plan, dredging the Ikota River and improved monitoring.

The full manifesto will show which of these measures are included as formal commitments, what additional steps are proposed and how implementation is expected to proceed. Until then, the announced priorities provide an indication of the direction of the plan, rather than a complete account of its flood-management policies.

Sources
- Punch: 2027—Hamzat to Present Manifesto Friday
- TVC News: Lagos Reviewing Drainage Master Plan Over Climate Change – Hamzat
The Guardian: Hamzat to Unveil Lagos Governorship Manifesto on October 30

Obafemi Hamzat has proposed better transport options, a review of transport allowances for teachers and more housing close to workplaces for healthcare workers and other essential staff in Lagos. He says the measures would help reduce the daily commuting burden on public servants.

Hamzat outlined the proposals during an appearance on Lagos Television’s The Conversation: One-on-One on 20 October 2026. He also pointed to 68 flats provided for medical personnel in Ojo as an existing project he wants to build on.

The proposals form part of his wider position on workers’ welfare and continuity in governance. Their impact will depend on how they are implemented, funded and extended if he becomes governor.

What is Hamzat proposing for teachers and healthcare workers?

Hamzat’s proposals have three main parts:
- Better transport options: Make public transport more affordable and convenient for teachers and healthcare workers who travel long distances to work.
- A review of teachers’ transport allowances: Reassess the support teachers receive for commuting in light of the cost of travelling across Lagos.
- Housing closer to workplaces: Build on existing accommodation projects to provide more housing for doctors, nurses and other essential workers.

Hamzat said long journeys make it harder for workers to manage their time and carry out their duties. His proposals are intended to address some of the practical difficulties associated with commuting and accommodation.

These are commitments he has outlined as part of his plans for Lagos. They should not be confused with new policies that have already been implemented.

What is the plan for teachers’ transport allowances?

Hamzat has proposed reviewing transport allowances for teachers so that the support they receive can better reflect the cost of travelling to work.

For teachers who commute long distances, transport costs can take a significant share of their income. However, the details of the proposed review—including any revised allowance, eligibility rules and implementation date—have not been specified in the reports of his remarks.

The key question is whether a review would lead to an allowance that meaningfully addresses teachers’ commuting costs. That can only be assessed once the details and any resulting changes are made public.

What transport support is proposed for healthcare workers?

Hamzat has also called for more affordable and convenient transport options for healthcare workers.

Doctors, nurses and other hospital staff need to travel to their places of work across the state. Long journeys can add to the demands of shift work, although the effect will vary according to each worker’s location, schedule and transport options.

Improving access to transport could make commuting easier. The practical benefit would depend on the options provided, the routes they serve, their cost and how well they fit workers’ schedules.

Hamzat’s remarks set out the direction he wants to pursue, but the available reports do not provide a detailed transport scheme or timetable for delivery.

What are the 68 flats in Ojo for?

Hamzat cited 68 flats provided for medical personnel in Ojo as an existing example of support for healthcare workers’ accommodation. He said he intended to build on that progress.

Housing close to a workplace can reduce the distance some workers need to travel and may make it easier to manage demanding work schedules. Its usefulness, however, depends on factors such as location, affordability, eligibility and the number of workers who can access the accommodation.

The 68 flats are an existing project cited by Hamzat. Any additional housing would be a further commitment and should be assessed separately from what has already been provided.

How could these proposals affect public schools and hospitals?

The proposals address some of the practical issues that can affect public servants: the cost of getting to work, the time spent commuting and access to accommodation near the workplace.

If implemented effectively, better transport and suitable housing could reduce some of the pressures on teachers and healthcare workers. Reviewing transport allowances could also help if the revised support reflects actual commuting costs.

However, these measures alone cannot guarantee better educational or healthcare outcomes. Staffing levels, working conditions, equipment, management and other factors also affect the quality of public services.

The proposals should therefore be viewed as possible contributions to workers’ welfare, rather than proof that service delivery will automatically improve.

Regarding existing policies and future commitments, Hamzat referred to the 68 flats in Ojo as an existing project. By contrast, the transport improvements, review of teachers’ transport allowances and additional housing described in the reports are proposals he has said he wants to pursue.

Hamzat was speaking as Lagos State’s deputy governor and the All Progressives Congress candidate for the 2027 governorship election. His proposed measures should therefore be understood as commitments for the future, not as confirmation that the new arrangements have already been approved or introduced.

The next step is to clarify how the proposals would be delivered. For transport, that means identifying the options available to workers and how they would be funded. For teachers’ allowances, it means explaining the review process and any changes that follow. For housing, it means setting out plans for additional accommodation, including who would qualify and where it would be located. These details would allow teachers, healthcare workers and Lagos residents to judge the proposals against their practical needs.

The bottom line is Hamzat’s plan for teachers and healthcare workers in Lagos centres on three priorities: better transport options, a review of teachers’ transport allowances and more housing close to workplaces for essential staff.

He has cited the 68 flats provided for medical personnel in Ojo as an existing project to build on. The other measures remain future commitments whose value will depend on their design, funding and implementation.

For Lagos public servants, the central issue is whether these proposals will lead to practical improvements in commuting costs, travel time and access to suitable housing.

Sources
- Lagos Television: Hamzat Outlines Plans for Workers, Youth and Infrastructure
- The City Pulse News: Hamzat Promises Better Transport Allowances, Housing for Lagos Teachers, Doctors

Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat says the state is reviewing its approach to flooding, with plans focused on drainage maintenance, river dredging, enforcement against buildings on flood-prone land and better monitoring of drainage infrastructure.

Speaking on TVC News’ Journalists’ Hangout in September 2026, Hamzat discussed the measures being considered to manage flooding as rainfall patterns and water levels change. He also called on residents to stop dumping refuse into drains. But what are the main parts of the plan, and how could they help reduce flooding in Lagos?

Why does Lagos experience flooding?

Lagos is vulnerable to flooding because of its low-lying terrain, heavy rainfall, drainage constraints and development in areas where water needs to flow.

Hamzat said the state was reviewing its drainage plans in response to changing climate conditions. Blocked drains, waste disposal and structures that obstruct waterways can also make flooding worse.

This means flood management requires more than clearing drains after heavy rainfall. It also involves maintaining drainage channels, controlling development in flood-prone areas and improving how the state monitors its infrastructure.

Will Lagos review its drainage master plan every three years?

Hamzat said the state was considering more frequent reviews of its drainage master plan.

The plan is currently reviewed on a five-year cycle, according to his remarks. He suggested that the interval could be reduced to three years to help the state respond more quickly to changing conditions.

A drainage master plan guides how drainage infrastructure is planned and managed. Reviewing it more frequently could help officials identify areas that need attention and adjust plans as conditions change.

However, the proposed three-year cycle should not be treated as an adopted policy unless the state formally confirms the change.

What is the role of the 1,000 EFAG workers?

Hamzat said about 1,000 workers under the Environmental Flooding Action Group (EFAG) were involved in clearing drainage systems. Their work is intended to help water flow through drains and reduce blockages that can contribute to flooding.

Regular maintenance matters because even well-designed drainage systems can become less effective when waste, silt and other materials obstruct the flow of water.

The number of workers alone, however, does not show how effective the programme is. Its impact depends on where and how often maintenance takes place, whether blocked channels are cleared in time and whether the work is sustained.

Why is Lagos dredging the Ikota River?

Hamzat also referred to dredging the Ikota River as part of the state’s flood-management efforts. Dredging involves removing accumulated sediment and other material from a waterway. Where sediment has reduced a channel’s capacity, dredging may help water move more freely.

Its effectiveness depends on the condition of the river, the amount of material removed and whether other drainage problems remain. Dredging one waterway cannot, on its own, resolve flooding across Lagos.

How will GIS help track building approvals on flood-prone land?

Hamzat said the state was digitising a geographic information system (GIS) to help identify officials who approve buildings on flood-prone land.

GIS is a digital mapping system that can combine location data with other records. In this case, it could help the government compare building approvals with mapped flood-risk areas.

Hamzat said officials responsible for improperly approving such developments could be tracked and punished. For the system to support accountability, the state would need reliable records, clear rules and a process for investigating suspected violations. The announcement describes an intended enforcement approach; its effectiveness will depend on implementation.

Hamzat also discussed the possible use of technology, including sensors in underground drainage systems, to improve monitoring. Sensors could help officials identify changing water levels or problems within drainage infrastructure, depending on the technology installed.

The state would still need a system for receiving the information, responding to alerts and maintaining the equipment. The proposal should therefore be understood as a possible part of the wider plan, not as proof that a monitoring system is already fully operational.

What should residents do to reduce flooding?

Hamzat urged residents to stop dumping refuse into drains. Waste can obstruct water flow and contribute to local flooding, particularly when drainage channels are already under pressure from heavy rainfall.

Residents can help by disposing of refuse properly and reporting blocked drains. But responsibility does not rest with residents alone. Government agencies also need to maintain drainage infrastructure, enforce planning rules and address structures that obstruct waterways.

Will Hamzat’s plan stop flooding in Lagos?

The measures discussed by Hamzat could help manage flood risk, but they cannot guarantee that flooding will stop. The outcome will depend on whether drainage channels are maintained consistently, dredging is carried out where needed, development rules are enforced and proposed monitoring systems are put into use.

The state will also need to show what has been completed and whether the measures are reducing flooding in affected communities. Public information on maintenance work, enforcement and flood outcomes would help residents assess progress.

Hamzat’s proposed approach combines drainage maintenance, dredging, planning enforcement and improved monitoring. It also calls for residents to stop disposing of refuse in drains.

The key question is how these measures will be implemented and assessed. Their value will ultimately depend on sustained work, effective enforcement and evidence that flood risk is being reduced.

Sources
- TVC News: Lagos Reviewing Drainage Master Plan Over Climate Change – Hamzat
- TVC News: Lagos Will Punish Officials Approving Buildings on Flood Plains – Hamzat

Hamzat’s 100-point Compact is the pledge-based framework at the centre of Obafemi Hamzat’s political manifesto, *The Lagos Promise. It outlines 100 commitments aimed at addressing key issues in Lagos State, including affordable housing, integrated public transport, primary healthcare, education, creative industries and decentralised public services. According to Hamzat, 87 pledges are direct commitments, while 13 depend on external approvals, including decisions by the courts or federal authorities.

What Are the Key Promises in Hamzat’s 100-Point Compact?

The Hamzat Compact is designed to translate broad policy goals into specific commitments that residents can identify, monitor and assess. Its proposals span several areas of everyday life in Lagos.

- Affordable housing: A pathway to home ownership featuring a 10 per cent down payment and single-digit interest rates.
- Integrated transportation: A unified ticketing system designed to work across buses, rail and ferry services.
- Primary healthcare: Routine screening for hypertension and diabetes at primary healthcare centres.
- Creative economy: A proposed Creative Economy Fund to support film, music, fashion and the wider arts sector.
- Education and skills development: Stronger public primary schools, improved teacher welfare, support for out-of-school children and clearer vocational training pathways.
- Decentralised public services: Making more government services accessible in communities such as Ikorodu, Badagry and Epe, reducing the need for residents to travel to Ikeja.

These proposals illustrate the Compact’s central idea: to make governance commitments more specific and connect policy to the practical challenges Lagos residents face.

Why Is the Compact Built Around 100 Pledges?

The 100-pledge structure is intended to give residents a clearer reference point for understanding Hamzat’s agenda. Rather than relying solely on broad campaign promises, The Lagos Promise groups proposed actions into commitments that can be examined individually.

The distinction between the 87 direct commitments and the 13 that require external approvals is also important. It recognises that some policy outcomes may depend on institutions or authorities beyond the Lagos State Government’s direct control. For residents, this structure could make it easier to ask specific questions about implementation, timelines, funding and progress.

How Does the Compact Address Lagos’s Biggest Challenges?

The Compact connects its proposals to persistent challenges in Lagos, including long commuting times, housing affordability, electricity supply and the daily cost of doing business.

Hamzat’s argument for continuity is that Lagos can build on existing infrastructure and reforms rather than start from scratch. He points to developments such as the Blue Line rail service, road reconstruction and payroll stabilisation as part of the foundation for further progress.

The next step, under this approach, is to preserve what works, address shortcomings and accelerate solutions to problems that continue to affect residents.

What Does the Compact Promise for Education and Young People?

Education is another major part of the agenda. The proposals focus on improving public primary education, strengthening teacher welfare and addressing the number of children who remain outside the formal school system.

The Compact also emphasises vocational education and practical skills for young people who choose pathways other than university. Closer links between schools, state universities and Lagos’s employment opportunities form part of the wider objective of preparing residents for the state’s changing economy.

How Could Decentralised Services Benefit Lagos Residents?

Decentralising public services means making more government services available closer to where people live, instead of requiring residents to travel to central government offices.

For communities in Ikorodu, Badagry and Epe, the intended benefit is simpler access to public services, potentially reducing travel time, transport costs and administrative delays. The Compact provides a proposed framework for setting out such commitments in writing.

What Makes the Hamzat Compact Different?

The Compact’s defining feature is its emphasis on identifiable pledges. Its proposed housing terms, integrated transport ticketing, routine health screening and creative-sector funding offer concrete examples of how the broader manifesto could translate into public policy.

However, publishing a pledge is not the same as delivering it. The impact of the Compact will ultimately depend on implementation, funding, timelines, transparency and the ability of residents to track progress against each commitment.

The bottom line is, the Hamzat Compact, presented through The Lagos Promise, is a 100-pledge framework intended to set out Obafemi Hamzat’s priorities for Lagos State. It brings together proposals on housing, transport, healthcare, education, vocational skills, creative industries and access to public services.

Its central proposition is straightforward: give Lagos residents a clearer record of what is promised so they can understand the agenda and assess its delivery. Whether the Compact fulfils that promise will depend on how clearly its commitments are defined and how effectively they are implemented.

In short, Hamzat’s 100-point Compact is an attempt to turn a political manifesto into a more specific, measurable and publicly assessable set of commitments for Lagos.

Obafemi Hamzat will present his governorship manifesto, The Lagos Promise, on 30 October 2026. According to the campaign, the document is built around seven pillars, 31 chapters and 100 pledges.

What is The Lagos Promise?
The Lagos Promise is Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat's manifesto for the Lagos governorship election on Saturday, 6 February 2027. The seven pillars are People First, Renewal, Opportunity, Machinery of Government, Inclusion, Security and Resilience, and Everyday Dignity.

Which pledges are public so far?
The campaign's business page sets out these commitments:
1. A deeper mortgage market with about 10 percent down and up to 20 years to pay
2. A published, guaranteed timeline for Certificates of Occupancy
3. Rail, BRT and ferries working as one network
4. A Lagos State Wealth Fund that saves and invests beyond any one political cycle
5. One business permit, one portal and one receipt
6. Online applications with file tracking, and a published deadline for every approval
Hamzat has also described pledges in public appearances, including more stable public primary schools, better support for teachers, routine health screening at primary centers, and a fund for film, music, fashion and the arts.

What are the focus areas?
In Hamzat's account, the focus includes housing that young workers can actually start, transport that does not require separate tickets for every leg of a journey, education that connects to real work, and services that do not always require a trip to Ikeja. He says the aim is fewer broad slogans and more specific commitments.

How does the plan build on current projects?
Hamzat ties the plan to continuity. He says the Blue Line is running, roads have been rebuilt, and systems that took years to stabilize should not be thrown away. He also says continuity is not the same as standing still. He names long travel times, the weight of rent, unreliable power and the struggle to turn talent into steady work as gaps that need faster answers.

When will the full text be published?
The campaign has said the full document will be available for download after the presentation.

AskKOH is built for questions about Obafemi Hamzat. The platform, introduced by the KOH Impact Network, invites people to ask about his experience, achievements, leadership journey, vision for Lagos, and the plans in his manifesto. The range is broad, but the most useful questions will be the ones residents actually care about.

Background and Record: You can ask about his path into public service, his years as commissioner, his time as deputy governor, and specific projects he has been associated with. Questions about his engineering background, private-sector experience, and how those shaped his approach to government also fit the platform’s stated purpose.

Plans for Lagos: Policy questions are central. Traffic and transport. Housing and rent. Power. Jobs. Unauthorised levies. Security. Food prices. These are the issues that dominate daily conversation in Lagos. AskKOH is presented as a place to put those questions in writing and seek clearer answers than a campaign slogan usually provides.

Continuity and Change: If you want to know what will stay and what will change. Questions about whether ongoing projects such as the Blue Line, Red Line, and major hospitals will be completed fit naturally. So do questions about what Hamzat intends to do differently on ease of doing business, essential workers, and measurable delivery.

A clear, specific questions are more likely to produce useful answers. “What is your plan for traffic?” is broad. “Will the Blue Line extension to Okokomaiko be prioritised, and what is the target timeline?” is sharper. The platform can only be as useful as the questions put into it.

PS: AskKOH does not replace the manifesto, interviews, or public engagements. It adds a direct channel for people who want specific information. The quality of that channel will be decided by the clarity of the questions and the substance of the answers that follow.

Sources: KOH Impact Network descriptions of askkoh.com (October 2026); public framing of the platform as a channel for questions on experience, achievements, vision, manifesto and plans for Lagos.

AskKOH is a new interactive digital platform that lets people ask questions about Obafemi Hamzat. It was introduced by the KOH Impact Network and sits at askkoh.com. The platform is designed for questions about his experience, achievements, leadership journey, vision for Lagos, and plans contained in his manifesto.

In short, it is a direct channel for residents and other interested people to seek information from the APC governorship candidate without waiting for a town hall or a media interview.

Who Launched AskKOH?
The platform was introduced by the KOH Impact Network. Promotional posts circulating since 24 October 2026 describe it as a way to bring people closer to Hamzat and to give them a structured place to ask questions and explore his plans for Lagos.

What Can People Ask?
According to the launch messaging, users can ask about Hamzat’s background, public service record, achievements, leadership approach, and vision for the state. The platform is also presented as a place to engage with his manifesto once it is fully out.
The range is wide on paper: experience, policy positions, and plans for Lagos. How questions are selected, prioritised, or answered will determine how useful the platform becomes in practice.

Most political communication still moves in one direction. Candidates speak; the public listens. A platform that invites questions creates a second channel. It does not replace rallies, interviews or the manifesto, but it lowers the barrier for ordinary residents who want specific answers.

For Hamzat, it also fits a pattern he has emphasised in recent months: clearer communication, measurable commitments, and treating public feedback as useful information rather than noise.

What to Expect
AskKOH is still new. The real test will be whether questions receive clear answers, how quickly those answers come, and whether the platform stays active beyond the initial launch period. Residents who use it will judge it by results, not by the announcement.
For now, the platform exists as a stated open door. People who have questions about Hamzat’s record or his plans for Lagos have a new place to put them.

Sources: KOH Impact Network launch posts on X (24–25 October 2026); public descriptions of askkoh.com as an interactive platform for questions about Obafemi Hamzat’s experience, achievements, vision and manifesto.

The most common question that follows any talk of continuity is: what will actually change? Obafemi Hamzat has framed his approach as continuity with improvement—finish what has been started, protect what already works, and do more where more is needed.

But what will that looks like in specific areas?

1. Clearer Targets and Accountability: Hamzat has placed weight on making government measurable. Residents, he argues, should know what will be done, where it will be done, what it will cost, and who is responsible. The 100-point Compact is presented as the tool for that accountability. The difference here is not a new slogan. It is a stated intention to publish clearer targets and track delivery against them.

2. Essential Workers: Teachers and healthcare workers have featured more prominently in his recent public comments than in many earlier campaign cycles. He has spoken about the daily cost of long journeys to schools and hospitals, the strain on those who keep classrooms and wards running, and the need for housing and transport support closer to where they work. The 68 flats already provided for medical personnel in Ojo are cited as a step to build on, not a finished solution.

The shift here is treating the welfare of essential workers as a performance issue for the city, rather than a secondary welfare concern, is the practical difference he has highlighted.

3. Creative Economy and Skills: On the creative side, Hamzat has pointed to infrastructure that turns talent into careers. The Euphoria360 Hub in Oregun is presented as an example of production, post-production, distribution and training capacity. The argument is that Lagos already has talent; what it has often lacked is the structured pathway from skill to sustainable work. Expanding practical training, production spaces and clearer links to employment is the direction he has set out.

4. Ease of Doing Business: Unauthorised levies and street collections have been named as a direct constraint on small businesses. Hamzat has pledged to treat unauthorised collections as criminal and to streamline taxes and levies. He has also linked land administration reform, faster Certificates of Occupancy through digitisation, and additional power for industrial clusters to the same goal: lowering the cost and friction of operating in Lagos.

What Will Not Change

The projects already under way—Blue Line and Red Line expansion, major hospitals under construction, and the revenue systems that fund the state—are not presented as items to be discarded. The stated approach is to complete them, integrate them better, and then add capacity where gaps remain. Continuity here means refusing to treat existing public investment as disposable.

The difference Hamzat has described is therefore a combination of clearer measurement, stronger focus on the people who keep the city running, practical support for creative and small-business growth, and the discipline to finish work already started. Whether those shifts register in daily life will depend on delivery.

Sources: Public statements by Obafemi Hamzat (2026) on continuity, essential workers, creative industry, unauthorised levies and ease of doing business; Lagos State project updates; campaign positions on the 100-point Compact.

Obafemi Hamzat has been clear on this point. He does not intend to abandon projects already under way. His position is that continuity means finishing what has been started, protecting systems that already serve residents, and then raising the standard where the need is still clear.

Several major projects currently sit between completion and full public benefit. How a new administration treats them will shape daily life for thousands of Lagosians.

What Projects Are Already in Motion?

The Blue Line and Red Line are operational. They move passengers every day. Further phases and integration work remain. Expanding those corridors and linking them more effectively with buses and water transport will determine whether the investment already made delivers its full value.

Two large hospitals are also under construction. Mercy Hospital is planned as a 150-bed facility. Ojo General Hospital is designed as a 280-bed hospital. These are not ceremonial projects. They are meant to expand access to care in communities that have waited for better facilities.

Beyond individual projects, Lagos has built institutional capacity in revenue collection and digital administration. The state now generates a large share of its own revenue — in recent years more than many other states combined. That fiscal base funds capital work and public services. It rests on systems that took years to strengthen.

What Has Hamzat Said?

Hamzat has described continuity as an advantage, not a licence to stand still. In his view, a new administration inherits both assets and responsibilities. Projects meant for the people should be completed. Systems that already work should be protected and improved. Where gaps remain, more must be done.

He has pointed specifically to the hospitals under construction and to the wider need to finish work that residents are already counting on. He has also stressed that Lagos is dynamic. Needs change. Government must adjust. Continuity, in his view, does not mean repeating the past. It means building on what exists without wasting it.

What Would Starting Afresh Cost?

Abandoning major projects mid-stream carries clear costs. Public money already spent loses value. Completion timelines stretch. Residents who planned around promised improvements wait longer. In transport, that means slower progress on reducing journey times. In health, it means delayed access to new hospital capacity.

There is also an institutional cost. When systems of revenue, planning and delivery are disrupted without good reason, the city loses momentum. Progress compounds when institutions remain stable enough to learn and improve. It resets when every administration treats the previous one as a clean slate.

Hamzat’s stated position is that the answer lies in finishing what has been started, protecting what already works, and doing more where more is needed. That is the continuity he has described. Whether it delivers will depend on execution.

Sources: Public statements by Obafemi Hamzat on continuity and ongoing projects (2026); Lagos State project updates on Blue Line, Red Line, Mercy Hospital and Ojo General Hospital; National Bureau of Statistics and Lagos State IGR reports.

From digital technology and business growth to Yoruba culture and girls’ rights, Dr Obafemi Hamzat’s recent activities show exactly how much he cares about the future of Lagos.

As people look forward to the 2027 Lagos governorship election, the Deputy Governor, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, is not just talking about politics. Instead, he is already on the ground, working hard across business, technology, creative arts, culture, and community welfare.

As a professional engineer who understands modern technology, Hamzat knows how to use new ideas and investments to build up Lagos. But these recent events also show his deeply human side—someone who truly values our culture, community principles, and creating real opportunities for everyone in society.

Here are five key areas where he is making a positive impact.

1. A Smart Plan for Business and Technology

On 1 October, Hamzat met with a group of bright young business owners, tech founders, and investors at a special dinner in Ikoyi. The event, called Lagos: The Next Chapter, was a wonderful space to discuss how to grow the economy, improve infrastructure, and attract more investment to the state.

At the dinner, he shared his Digital Lagos 2.0 plan. This vision uses modern tools like artificial intelligence and smart-city technology to make government services faster and easier to use, ensuring Lagos stays the top technology hub in Africa.

The group also talked about improving schools, healthcare, and safety, and creating more opportunities for small businesses. For a busy city that runs on business, Hamzat’s digital plan is exactly what is needed to make daily life smoother and better for every single resident.

2. Boosting the Creative Arts and Creating Jobs

On 6 October, Hamzat officially opened the Euphoria360 Hub in Oregun, Ikeja. Built by the famous filmmaker Femi Adebayo, this new space offers everything needed for making films, recording music, hosting events, and training young people.

The launch highlighted how important it is to support our local filmmakers and content creators. While Lagos has the best entertainment industry around, our talented youths still need access to top-quality equipment and professional studios to succeed.

By supporting this project, Hamzat showed that he views the creative arts as a massive engine for growth that can create thousands of good jobs for young people. It is wonderful to see a leader who truly backs the talents of our youth.

3. Joining the Big Conversation About Our Future

On 10 October, Hamzat spoke at a major event celebrating the seventh anniversary of Real Talk With Kike at the Eko Hotels and Suites. The gathering brought together top leaders from government, business, and media to talk about how leadership, culture, and innovation can build a stronger nation.

Hamzat’s contributions were practical and reassuring. He pointed out that to really grow our economy and help everyday people, we must invest heavily in local technology, better roads, and a reliable electricity supply.

In a city where businesses and families depend on constant power and good roads, his focus on these basic needs shows he understands exactly what Lagosians need to thrive.

4. Celebrating Yoruba Culture on Masoyinbo

In a lovely break from formal government meetings, Hamzat made a special appearance on 9 October on Masoyinbo—a highly popular Yoruba-language game show that uses fun quizzes and challenges to keep our language alive.

Hamzat joined in with a big smile and spoke from the heart about why we must pass down our Yoruba language and traditions to our children.

He explained that our language is not just about words; it is our identity, our history, and the values that keep our communities together. In a fast-changing world, his proud support for our mother tongue is a beautiful reminder that as we modernise Lagos, we will never lose our rich heritage.

5. Standing Up for the Rights of Girls

To mark the International Day of the Girl Child on 12 October, Hamzat shared a powerful message focused entirely on protecting young girls, stopping child marriage, and making sure every girl gets a quality education.

He emphasised that a city cannot truly move forward if its girls are left behind. He called on everyone to create safe, supportive environments where young girls can learn, grow, and chase their biggest dreams.

This shows the real heart of his leadership. A city’s progress is not just about big buildings or money; it is about making sure our most vulnerable citizens are safe and given a fair chance in life. Hamzat is completely dedicated to making that happen.

The Big Picture: A Leader for Everyone

When you look at all these activities together, you see a complete strategy for Lagos. Our city is a massive, bustling powerhouse that needs a leader who can handle many different things at once.

Lagos needs someone who understands advanced engineering but also respects human beings—a leader who can design a smart digital government system while speaking warm, fluent Yoruba to a market woman.

Hamzat’s technical background makes him perfect for driving innovation, while his cultural and social work shows he is deeply connected to the people. As Lagos prepares for its next chapter, we can be confident in his vision. He is already building a smarter, cleaner, and more prosperous future for all of us.

On 20 October 2026, Obafemi Hamzat visited Lagos Traffic Radio 96.1 FM in Agidingbi and called for the station’s monitoring capacity to rise from about 300 routes to 3,000. He said the expansion would give motorists better real-time traffic updates and clearer alternative routes across Lagos.

The visit formed part of a day of public interviews that also included a one-on-one session on Lagos Television. Both appearances focused on practical tools that affect daily movement and the welfare of workers who keep the city running.

What Did Hamzat Say About Expanding Traffic Monitoring?
Hamzat praised Lagos Traffic Radio for its contribution to public information and traffic management. He noted that the station currently monitors roughly 300 routes at a time and argued that coverage should scale to 3,000 routes so residents receive more complete updates on congestion, accidents and damaged roads.

He stressed that sustained investment should go into facilities, equipment and personnel, not only into buildings. An effective traffic radio service, in his view, depends on modern tools and skilled staff who can keep information accurate and timely. He described the station as a public service platform that informs residents, flags problems on the road, and helps draw government attention to issues that affect ordinary commuters. Better real-time traffic information, he said, is one of the practical ways government can reduce the daily frustration of moving around Lagos.

Why Expanding from 300 to 3,000 Routes Matters
Lagos traffic is not an abstract problem. For many residents, the daily question is simple: how long will it take to get to work, school or home, and is there a clearer route? A station that can monitor ten times more routes has a better chance of answering that question in real time.

When motorists receive accurate updates early enough, they can avoid the worst bottlenecks. That does not remove congestion by itself, but it reduces the cost of uncertainty, the wrong turn, the unexpected jam, the missed appointment. Hamzat framed the expansion as part of building a Lagos that works for people who move every day.

The call also fits into the broader conversation about Hamzat’s traffic plan for Lagos. While major infrastructure projects take years, improving the quality and reach of traffic information is a measure that can show results faster if the capacity and equipment are actually delivered.

Futhermore, on Lagos Television’s “The Conversation,” Hamzat turned to the welfare of teachers and healthcare workers. Many travel long distances every day, he said, and that distance affects their time and ability to serve. He called for more affordable and convenient transport options, a review of transport allowances for teachers, and more housing closer to workplaces for doctors, nurses and other essential staff.

He pointed to the 68 flats already provided for medical personnel in Ojo as a step in the right direction and said he intends to build on that progress. The line he used was continuity with improvement: keep what works under the current administration, then do more where more is needed.

All of this aligned closely to our everyday experience: the road, the commute, the worker who travels far to serve others. Hamzat presented the Traffic Radio expansion and support for teachers and health workers as practical continuity. The station already exists and already serves Lagosians. The proposal is to scale its reach so more routes are covered and more motorists get useful information.
The same logic applies to housing for medical staff. The 68 flats in Ojo are already on the ground. Building on that stock, rather than starting from zero, is the continuity argument he continues to make across different sectors.

Sources: Lagos Television report, 21 October 2026; Lagos State Government official statement on X, 20 October 2026; Obafemi Hamzat’s own posts on X regarding the Traffic Radio and LTV appearances, 20 October 2026; Lagos Traffic Radio 96.1 FM coverage of the visit. Campaign positions labeled as such.

Hamzat's answer rests on four commitments he set out on 14 October 2026 at a Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry event: streamline taxes and levies, treat unauthorized collections as criminal, digitize land administration to issue Certificates of Occupancy faster, and add 500 MW of power for industrial clusters. He also proposed a State Economic Council to manage growth. He named unstable electricity, high logistics and transport costs, and unauthorized levies as the main constraints on small and medium businesses.

Small firms meet levies in many places, from trading and transport to roadside collections. Hamzat has pledged to crack down on unauthorized levies, streamline taxes, and treat unauthorized collections as criminal. Those commitments target charges that have no legal basis. A separate tax harmonization bill before the Lagos State House of Assembly, reported in May 2026, would set fines of up to ₦5 million or a three-year jail term for illegal collection, and give individuals the right to seek redress against unlawful levies. That bill belongs to the Assembly, not to Hamzat, and its passage would turn the pledge into enforceable law.

Land is the next test. Hamzat has committed to digitizing land administration to speed up Certificates of Occupancy. For a business, a land document can decide whether a firm gets a site, a bank loan, or a registered address. Digital records can shorten the path from application to approval and make each file easier to track.

Power is the constraint businesses name most often. Hamzat said the government would add 500 MW through embedded generation for industrial clusters and independent power projects for public facilities, working with existing assets such as the Egbin Power Station in Ikorodu. That sits within the state government's goal of raising supply to more than 3,000 MW by March 2027. His rail, ferry, and bus plans also aim to lower logistics costs for firms that depend on the city's roads.

Hamzat presents it with a State Economic Council to coordinate progress, and business leaders at the October 14 event responded positively to its clarity and evidence-based approach. Its strongest feature is that it names a specific cost and offers a tool for each: fewer illegal charges, faster land papers, more power, and better movement of goods. Business owners will judge it by whether their costs and paperwork actually change.

Sources: The Nation (14 October 2026), on the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry event, covering the levy pledge, land digitization, State Economic Council, and 500 MW plan; TheCable (October 2026), on the crackdown on unauthorized levies; Vanguard, Daily Post, and The Guardian (May 2026), on the Lagos State House of Assembly tax bill; Premium Times and Gazette, on the state's 3,000 MW target.

Hamzat's plan has two parts: a 420-hectare food logistics hub with cold-chain storage, and a ₦500 billion guarantee scheme to back farmers. He set out both on 14 October 2026 at a Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry event for business leaders, and said the hub is meant to reduce food waste and transport costs.

The reasoning is practical. Food sold in Lagos markets has to be stored, sorted, and moved before it reaches a buyer. Each stage adds cost and the risk of spoilage, and households pay for both. A hub that brings storage and cold chains together near the city shortens that chain. That kind of infrastructure can lower prices for fresher food, which is why the plan deserves a serious hearing.

How would the ₦500 billion guarantee help farmers?
Credit is a common barrier for farmers who want to grow more. Lenders often ask for collateral that smallholders may not have, and a poor harvest makes them cautious. A guarantee changes that calculation. The state takes on part of the risk, so banks can lend to farmers they might otherwise turn down.

Hamzat has put a figure of ₦500 billion on the scheme. The design will matter as much as the headline. The direction is clear, though: Lagos would treat farmers as partners in its food supply rather than as an afterthought.

How does food security fit the rest of the agenda?
Hamzat links the plan to his commitments on business. He has pledged to harmonize government levies, treat unauthorized collections as criminal, and make it easier to do business in the state. A cold-chain hub works only if trucks reach it on time and traders can use it without harassment. The parts of the agenda support one another.

He also framed the plan as part of a broader blueprint for economic competitiveness. At the October 14 event, business leaders responded positively to its clarity and evidence-based approach.

Specifics are what make a plan checkable. This one names a hectare figure for the hub and a naira figure for the guarantee, and it sets two clear goals: less waste and lower transport costs. The manifesto's building principles (chapter R.1) also pledge published value-for-money reports and an audit trail for major projects, which gives voters a standard to hold the plan to.

Lagos has heard big promises before, and voters are right to ask for proof. The fair test is to measure the plan against the yardsticks the campaign itself has offered: the size of the hub, the amount guaranteed, and whether more food reaches the market in good condition at a lower cost.

Hamzat is betting that Lagos can feed itself better by building the infrastructure to store and move food, and by backing the farmers who grow it. It is a practical bet that speaks to problems families feel at the market each week. Lagos should give it serious attention, and then give Obafemi Hamzat the chance to deliver.

Sources: Nigeria Info FM (14 October 2026), reporting the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry event; The Nation (14 October 2026), on the business engagement; Hamzat campaign manifesto, "The Lagos Promise" (pbat-koh2027.com/manifesto).

If elected, Hamzat says he will start implementing his “Lagos Promise” agenda on 29 May 2027. The agenda covers transport, housing, security, small business, power, water, food security and government accountability. It is a set of stated commitments, not yet a full set of numerical targets.

The campaign says it will publish measurable targets. For most areas, none has been published yet, so this article shows what is committed, who has said it, and what remains open.

Transport and traffic

At a Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry event on 13–14 October 2026, Hamzat said congestion costs Lagos an estimated ₦1 trillion a year and that residents spend about four hours a day in traffic. These are his own estimates. He has not published a commuting-time target.

He said the goal is shorter journeys for people travelling from places such as Agege, Ajegunle, Ajah and Igando. He has not set a numerical measure for that goal.

On the same occasion he outlined plans to:
- Expand bus services and Bus Rapid Transit capacity, and improve terminals.
- Develop rail infrastructure and integrate it with other modes.
- Increase water transportation, including improved ferry terminals and better links for communities such as Ikorodu and Badagry.
- Redesign traffic junctions (the state has identified 63 junctions and says 33 have already been addressed).

Hamzat has also spoken about completing the Blue Line extension towards Okokomaiko and linking rail, bus and water systems more effectively. Detailed construction timelines and funding for every rail corridor have not been published under the Promise Agenda itself.

Power and electricity

Lagos residents often say “light” or “NEPA” when they mean power supply. Here is what has been stated:
- The Lagos State Government has set a target of raising electricity supply from below 1,000 MW to more than 3,000 MW by March 2027. Hamzat represented Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu when the target was announced.
- At the October 2026 LCCI event, Hamzat said the government would add 500 MW through embedded generation for industrial clusters and independent power projects for public facilities, working with existing assets such as the Egbin Power Station in Ikorodu.
No separate power plan has been published under Hamzat’s name alone. The 3,000 MW target belongs to the state government.

Housing

Hamzat has said his administration would work with private developers to increase the supply of affordable homes. He has also said he will explore mortgage arrangements for young people and low-income earners, and longer repayment terms for government housing schemes. He has not published a number of homes to be built or a detailed funding source.

Jobs and the economy

Hamzat has described an economic agenda built on supporting small businesses, reducing the cost of doing business, and streamlining taxes and levies. He said he would treat unauthorised collections as criminal and improve the ease of doing business. He has also proposed a State Economic Council to manage growth and a State Wealth Fund to preserve resources for future generations.

He has not published a jobs target. Some social-media posts cite “2 million jobs,” but we could not trace that figure to a campaign document or a news report. Do not use it unless a primary source confirms it.

Security

Hamzat has said the state would recruit an additional 2,500 safety personnel. He has said the expanded workforce could form the basis for a state police force if constitutional approval is secured. He has described the goal as making Lagos one of the safest cities in Africa, relying on technology and coordination with security agencies.

Water

Hamzat has said that ongoing infrastructure projects would expand access to water for six million people. A detailed, dated schedule for this has not been published.

Environment

Hamzat has committed to planting 10 million trees within four years.

Governance and accountability

The 100-point Hamzat Compact is the campaign’s main accountability tool. Hamzat has said each commitment would be measurable so residents can assess his performance. He has also committed to:
- Digitising land administration to speed up Certificates of Occupancy.
- Decentralising service delivery across the IBILE divisions (Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, Epe).
- Publishing value-for-money reports and clearer audit trails for major projects.

Track record

Hamzat has been Deputy Governor since May 2019 and was re-elected in 2023. He has worked under Governor Sanwo-Olu, who endorsed his 2027 candidacy. Because the deputy governor does not control the state budget or make final executive decisions, his record is usually assessed alongside the administration’s.

Independent reporting has raised concerns about flooding, delays on the Fourth Mainland Bridge, and promises still outstanding. The Fourth Mainland Bridge has not started construction. Hamzat has publicly said the state cannot fund the project alone on its balance sheet and that talks with partners are ongoing. However, future numerical targets for congestion, commuting time, housing units, jobs, water access or power generation beyond the figures listed above has not been confirmed.

This article is based on publicly reported statements. Future outcomes will depend on implementation. Sources Hamzat’s presentation of “The Lagos PROMISE” at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 13–14 October 2026 (reported by Nigeria Info FM, AF24NEWS, The Nation, TheCable, The Guild and others); Platform Nigeria town hall, 1 October 2026 (100-point Compact); Lagos State Government statements on the 3,000 MW target (Hamzat representing the Governor); Channels Television (commuting remarks). Campaign positions are labelled as such. Detailed manifesto chapter text and many numerical targets remain unpublished.

Billionaire Femi Otedola has publicly described Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as a man of integrity, revealing they shared a bunk bed in boarding school 49 years ago.

On Monday, 19 October 2026, businessman Femi Otedola posted on X about a private dinner he hosted in honour of Lagos State Deputy Governor and APC governorship candidate, Dr Obafemi Hamzat. In the post, Otedola referred to Hamzat as “the incoming Governor of Lagos State” and highlighted a personal connection that goes back nearly five decades.

“Yesterday, I hosted dinner in honour of @DrObafemiHamzat, the incoming Governor of Lagos State,” Otedola wrote. “A man of the highest integrity, with whom I shared a bunk bed at boarding school 49 years ago.” He added: “My experience of his character over the years has been defined by his honesty, sincerity, fairness and strong moral principles.”

The gathering included some of Nigeria’s most prominent business leaders. Reports confirmed that Aliko Dangote, president of the Dangote Group, and Abdul Samad Rabiu, chairman of BUA Group, were present. Their attendance gave the event additional weight in business and political circles.

Otedola’s statement points to a long-standing relationship. According to one report, the two attended Olivet Baptist High School in Oyo. By describing Hamzat as a person of “highest integrity” whose character has remained consistent over 49 years, Otedola framed the endorsement in personal rather than purely political terms.

Hamzat emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the 2027 Lagos governorship election after winning the party primary in May 2026. He has served as deputy governor since 2019 under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Otedola’s use of the phrase “incoming governor” reflects confidence in Hamzat’s prospects, though the election itself is still months away. Endorsements from major business figures often attract attention because they signal trust from people who manage large investments and workforces. In this case, the personal history added a different dimension: Otedola spoke about character observed over a long period, not only about policy or party.

For residents following the 2027 contest, the statement provides one more data point. A prominent businessman who has known Hamzat since their teenage years is prepared to describe him publicly as honest, sincere and fair.

Femi Otedola’s dinner and subsequent post have drawn attention to both a long personal relationship and a clear expression of support for Obafemi Hamzat. By calling him a man of integrity and referring to him as the incoming governor, Otedola placed character at the centre of his public comments.

As the 2027 Lagos governorship race develops, such statements from figures outside the formal political structure will continue to form part of the wider conversation about leadership and trust.

This article is based on publicly available statements and news reports. Sources: Femi Otedola’s X post, 19 October 2026. Reports by TheCable, Punch, Tribune, Daily Post, Nigerian NewsDirect and others, 19 October 2026.

“My Lagos Dream” is the development agenda Obafemi Hamzat presented after emerging as the APC governorship candidate for Lagos in 2027. It is built around four main pillars: service delivery, job creation, knowledge and skills, and health and well-being.

In May 2026, after winning the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary, Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat unveiled a development plan he called “My Lagos Dream.” The agenda was presented as his vision for the next phase of Lagos if elected governor in 2027. It focuses on practical improvements in public services, employment, skills and the general well-being of residents. This article explains what “My Lagos Dream” contains, based on Hamzat’s publicly reported statements.

The Four Pillars of My Lagos Dream

According to Hamzat’s acceptance speech and subsequent reports, the agenda rests on four priority areas:
1. Service Delivery
Hamzat said his administration would free up more funding for public services while continuing what he described as the biggest infrastructure investment programme in West Africa. The aim is to maintain and expand the delivery of essential services across the state.

2. Job Creation
A major focus is creating more employment opportunities, especially for young people. Hamzat spoke of policies that would support entrepreneurs, encourage industrial growth and help more Lagosians find work.

3. Knowledge and Skills
The third pillar centres on education, training and skills development. The goal is to equip residents, particularly young people, with the knowledge needed to compete in a changing economy.

4. Health and Well-being
This covers access to healthcare, water and security. Hamzat framed it as ensuring that residents can live healthier and safer lives.

How Hamzat Has Described the Vision

In presenting the agenda, Hamzat emphasised that governance should improve the daily lives of ordinary people. He mentioned different groups of residents, including traders, drivers, young people, fishermen and business owners, saying the plan is meant to serve people across the state.

He also linked the agenda to continuity, noting that Lagos must protect its position as Africa’s leading commercial hub through steady investment and people-focused policies.

The idea of continuous progress in Lagos is sometimes expressed with the Yoruba phrase “Eko Tesiwaju” (or “Eko Ń Tesiwaju”), which points to the ongoing advancement of the state. While “My Lagos Dream” is the specific name Hamzat gave his 2027 agenda, the broader theme of sustained progress runs through many of his public statements on infrastructure, jobs and services.

At the time it was unveiled, some areas of “My Lagos Dream” were presented in outline form. For example, the knowledge and skills pillar was flagged as important but received less specific detail in the initial speech compared with service delivery and job creation. Later presentations, including the Promise Agenda in October 2026, have added more concrete proposals on transport, housing, technology and other sectors.

“My Lagos Dream” gives a named framework for discussing Hamzat’s priorities. Residents and observers can now ask how specific proposals on transport, digital services, housing or jobs fit into these four pillars.
The agenda also provides a reference point for measuring future commitments. If elected, the test will be whether the broad goals translate into clear projects, timelines and measurable results.

“My Lagos Dream” is Obafemi Hamzat’s stated development agenda for Lagos, organised around service delivery, job creation, knowledge and skills, and health and well-being. It was introduced in May 2026 as the foundation of his campaign vision for 2027.
The plan sets a direction. Its eventual impact will depend on how the pillars are turned into specific programmes and whether those programmes produce visible improvements in the daily lives of Lagos residents.

Sources
Reports on Hamzat’s acceptance speech and “My Lagos Dream” unveiling (May 2026), including coverage by TheCable, Nigerian NewsDirect, Eko Hot Blog and National Daily. Subsequent policy presentations, including the Promise Agenda (October 2026)
This article is based on publicly reported statements. Future outcomes will depend on implementation if the agenda is put into effect.

Obafemi Hamzat has said reducing the time Lagos residents spend commuting is a central part of his vision. Here is what he has publicly proposed so far.

Traffic remains one of the biggest daily problems for many people in Lagos. Residents often spend long hours moving between home and work. According to figures cited by Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat, traffic congestion costs the state an estimated ₦1 trillion every year, while many residents spend an average of about four hours a day in traffic.

Hamzat, who is the APC governorship candidate for 2027, has repeatedly stated that reducing travel time is a key goal. Speaking on The Platform in October 2026, he said: “My vision is if you live in Agege or you live in Ajegunle or you live in Ajah or in Igando, the time it takes you from your home to your work or where you ply your trade, I guarantee that it is going to be shorter than it is today.”
This article looks at the specific proposals he has put forward on the issue.

1. Expanding Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Improving Terminals
Hamzat has said the state plans to expand Bus Rapid Transit services and improve terminals. The aim is to make public buses a more reliable option so that fewer people depend solely on private cars and informal transport. Better-organised terminals are also part of the plan. The idea is to separate waiting passengers from moving traffic, which could reduce disorder around major bus stops and improve the flow of vehicles.

2. Developing Rail Infrastructure
Rail is another major part of the proposal. Hamzat has spoken about continuing work on rail projects and integrating them with other forms of transport. One example he has mentioned is developing Marina into an interchange where passengers can move between rail, BRT buses and ferries. The goal is to give residents more options beyond the road network, especially on high-demand corridors.

3. Prioritising Water Transportation
Lagos has extensive waterways, and Hamzat has said the state should make greater use of them. His proposals include expanding ferry terminals and improving water connections between communities such as Ikorodu, Badagry and other parts of the state.
The argument is straightforward: if more people can move by water, pressure on the roads should reduce.

4. Redesigning Traffic Junctions
According to Hamzat, the state has identified 63 traffic junctions for improvement and has already addressed 33 of them. Junction redesign is presented as a practical way to ease bottlenecks without waiting for entirely new roads.

5. Integrating Road, Rail and Water Systems
A recurring theme in his statements is the need for better integration. Rather than treating buses, trains and ferries as separate systems, the plan is to create points where people can switch easily from one mode to another. The Marina interchange is one example of this approach.

6. Improving Walkways and Public Spaces
Hamzat has also mentioned improved pedestrian walkways and better-organised public spaces around transport hubs. The idea is to make short trips safer and more convenient for people who walk part of their journey.

What These Proposals Aim to Achieve
Taken together, the proposals focus on giving residents more choices and reducing dependence on congested roads. The stated measures include:
- Expanding BRT services and improving terminals
- Continuing rail development and creating better interchanges
- Increasing the use of water transport, especially on key corridors
- Redesigning major junctions
- Making it easier to move between different modes of transport

Hamzat has framed success in practical terms: shorter journeys for people living in places such as Agege, Ajegunle, Ajah and Igando.
Lagos has a high vehicle density. Hamzat has cited a figure of 212 vehicles per kilometre, compared with a national average of 16. In a city of this size and density, no single project is likely to solve congestion completely. Progress will depend on how consistently the different parts of the plan are funded, coordinated and delivered.

The proposals also sit alongside existing state efforts in road works, LASTMA operations and intelligent traffic systems. The new emphasis is on treating travel time itself as a measurable outcome that residents can track.

Obafemi Hamzat has made reducing travel time a clear part of his public agenda. The proposals he has outlined centre on expanding BRT, developing rail, increasing water transport, redesigning junctions and linking these systems more effectively. Whether these measures deliver shorter journeys will depend on implementation. For now, the plan sets out a direction: more transport options, better connections between them, and a stated goal of cutting the time Lagos residents spend on the road.

Sources
Channels Television – Hamzat on reducing commuting time (1 October 2026)
Reports on Hamzat’s Promise Agenda presentation (13–14 October 2026), including coverage by AF24NEWS, The Liberation News, Nigeria Info FM and others

This article is based on publicly reported statements and proposals. Actual results will depend on future implementation and funding.

Digital Lagos 2.0 is Obafemi Hamzat’s proposed plan to use technology, digital infrastructure, and smarter government systems to make public services easier, healthcare more connected, and business processes faster for Lagos residents.

Lagos is one of Africa’s busiest commercial centres. Every day, residents deal with traffic, business registration, tax payments, public transport, healthcare and other essential services. When government processes are slow or hard to navigate, people lose time, businesses incur extra costs, and public confidence suffers.

Technology offers a practical way to reduce some of these problems. Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Lagos State Deputy Governor and the APC governorship candidate for 2027, has made digital transformation a central part of his stated vision. His published “Digital Lagos 2.0” agenda focuses on technology, artificial intelligence, smart-city systems and digital government.

So, how could this vision turn into easier services, better infrastructure and real benefits for ordinary Lagosians?
Hamzat previously served as Lagos State Commissioner for Science and Technology (2005–2011) and later as Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure. His published profile links that period to technology integration in government, including the deployment of Oracle enterprise resource planning systems.

Digital government is not only about websites or computers. It requires understanding how information moves between ministries, how records are managed, and how technology can improve decision-making. Today, cybersecurity, data privacy, artificial intelligence, reliable internet access and service integration are now central. Any next phase must build on past experience while meeting the needs of a larger, more digitally connected population.

1. Making Government Services Easier to Access

One of the clearest benefits of digital government is convenience. Residents should not need repeated trips to government offices simply to obtain information, submit routine applications, check payment status or follow up on a request. The official Lagos State Government website already offers access to hundreds of public services covering payments, permits, employment, healthcare, education and property. This provides a foundation for further improvement.

Hamzat’s Digital Lagos 2.0 proposal points toward a more integrated approach. The practical goal would be a system where more official transactions can be completed online, applicants receive timely updates, and clear instructions are available without needing personal connections.

For small-business owners, fewer unnecessary office visits could mean more time serving customers. For working parents, it could mean fewer hours lost to routine administrative tasks. The objective is straightforward: government services that are easier to find, easier to understand and easier to complete.

2. Digital Infrastructure: The Foundation of a Smarter Lagos

Digital services cannot work well without reliable infrastructure. On September 25, 2026, Hamzat spoke at PodFest Naija in Lagos about the state’s investment in digital connectivity. According to his remarks, Lagos laid more than 3,000 kilometres of fibre-optic infrastructure between 2019 and 2025 and is working toward a unified 6,000-kilometre network.

Connectivity supports businesses, content creators, schools, healthcare facilities and public services. Fibre infrastructure can also serve as the backbone for connected public facilities and better information-sharing between institutions. For a technology startup, better connectivity supports daily operations. For a school, it can improve access to digital learning resources. For a hospital, it can enable more secure information systems.

The real test, however, is whether these investments deliver reliable service for residents and businesses across the state. Infrastructure figures should be matched with clear information on coverage, service quality, access and public benefits.

3. Smarter Healthcare Through Technology

Healthcare is one area where well-designed digital systems can make a practical difference. Hamzat has discussed efforts to connect hospitals so that patient information can be retrieved across facilities using appropriate identifying details. The potential benefit is clear. A patient who visits one hospital and later needs care elsewhere could spend less time repeating their medical history if authorised healthcare professionals can securely access the relevant records.

Better information systems can also support appointment management, referrals and planning. Digital healthcare must, however, be built around patient safety and privacy. Medical records are sensitive, and access should be limited to authorised personnel under proper safeguards.

Technology should support healthcare workers, not replace professional judgement or create new barriers for people without digital access. A workable approach would combine reliable systems, trained staff, strong privacy protections and continued access to in-person care.

4. Smart-City Technology and Public Safety

Lagos must manage a large population, busy roads, public infrastructure and competing demands on urban space. Geographic information systems, connected infrastructure and properly managed monitoring systems can help authorities understand what is happening across the city and coordinate responses.

Hamzat has highlighted the use of geographic information systems, smart-city infrastructure and surveillance technology as part of Lagos State’s wider digital development efforts. Used responsibly, these tools can support infrastructure management, incident response and public safety.

Smart-city technology should not be judged only by the number of cameras or devices installed. More important questions include whether emergencies are handled faster, whether systems are properly maintained, whether technology helps prevent avoidable failures, and whether public funds are used effectively. Clear rules on privacy, oversight and responsible data use are also essential for public trust.

5. Digital Payments and Transportation

For many Lagos residents, transportation is a major part of daily life. Technology can make public transport easier when payment systems and passenger information work together. Hamzat has discussed the role of digital payment systems and the goal of improving integration across the state’s public transportation network.

A more connected system could simplify journeys for people who use different modes of transport, provided the technical and operational arrangements are in place. The broader lesson is that digital transformation works best when it solves a practical problem.
Residents are less concerned about the technology behind a payment system. They care about whether they can travel conveniently, understand the charges and resolve problems when a transaction fails. The same principle should guide digital services across every ministry and agency.

6. Supporting Startups and Small Businesses

Technology is not only a tool for government administration. It is also an economic opportunity. Lagos has a large community of entrepreneurs, software developers, digital marketers, filmmakers, designers and other professionals whose work depends on connectivity and reliable public services.

Hamzat’s published economic priorities include making Lagos easier to do business in, supporting MSMEs and using digital government services to reduce administrative barriers. A stronger digital economy requires more than internet infrastructure. Entrepreneurs also need access to markets, skilled workers, finance, predictable regulation and dependable public services. Government can help by making relevant information easier to find, simplifying appropriate administrative processes and creating opportunities for local technology businesses to develop solutions to public problems.

There is also room to support Nigerian-built products that address local realities in transport, healthcare, education, payments and language technology. The ambition should be for Lagos to become not only a consumer of technology but a place where useful digital products are built, jobs are created and customers across Africa and beyond are served.

7. What Digital Lagos 2.0 Should Deliver

Hamzat’s published Digital Lagos 2.0 agenda provides a direction for discussion. Its eventual success would depend on implementation, funding, institutional coordination and measurable outcomes. Residents should be able to judge progress through practical indicators such as:
- More government services completed online from start to finish
- Shorter processing times for routine applications and requests
- Reliable connectivity across public facilities and underserved communities
- Better coordination between relevant government agencies
- Secure handling of personal and medical information
- Faster resolution of service complaints and technical failures
- Transparent reporting on project costs, delivery and public benefits

These measures would help distinguish genuine improvements from technology projects that generate headlines without making daily life easier. The state should also maintain accessible alternatives for residents who lack reliable internet, digital devices or the skills needed to use online platforms. Digital government should make public services more inclusive, not create a new barrier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Digital Lagos 2.0?
Digital Lagos 2.0 is Obafemi Hamzat’s published proposal to expand the use of technology, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence and smart-city systems so that government services, healthcare, transport and business processes become easier and more reliable for Lagos residents.

What experience does Hamzat have in technology and government?
He served as Lagos State Commissioner for Science and Technology from 2005 to 2011 and later as Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure. His published profile links that period to technology integration in government, including the use of Oracle enterprise systems.

How much fibre-optic infrastructure has Lagos laid?
According to Hamzat’s remarks at PodFest Naija in September 2026, Lagos laid more than 3,000 kilometres of fibre-optic infrastructure between 2019 and 2025 and is working toward a unified 6,000-kilometre network.

What would success look like for residents?
Success would mean more services completed online, shorter processing times, reliable connectivity, secure handling of personal data, and public services that remain accessible to people without strong digital access.

Conclusion: Making Technology Work for the People

Obafemi Hamzat’s experience in science and technology administration, together with his stated Digital Lagos 2.0 proposal, makes digital government a relevant part of the discussion about Lagos State’s future.

The opportunity is significant. Better-connected public institutions, easier online services, responsible use of smart-city systems and stronger digital infrastructure could help Lagos improve service delivery while supporting businesses and innovation. The state already has digital services and infrastructure initiatives on which future improvements can build. The next challenge is to ensure that systems work reliably, reach more residents and produce measurable benefits.

Ultimately, the success of a digital Lagos should not be measured by how advanced its technology appears. It should be measured by whether a resident can access a service more easily, whether a business can spend less time navigating bureaucracy, whether a patient’s information is handled securely, and whether public institutions respond more effectively to the people they serve.
That is the standard against which any future digital transformation agenda should be judged.

Sources for Further Reading

Obafemi Hamzat’s official campaign website — Digital Lagos 2.0 and published priorities
Lagos State Government — official portal for government services
Nigerian NewsDirect — Lagos fibre infrastructure and the 6,000-kilometre network target
PPP Lagos — agreements covering digital services and public infrastructure

This article distinguishes Hamzat’s published proposals from existing government services and reported infrastructure investments. Future policy outcomes will depend on implementation and independently verifiable results.

Lagosians, what is really happening with the Fourth Mainland Bridge?

For years, the bridge has been presented as one of the major projects that could help reduce traffic congestion in Lagos. But despite several announcements, contractor selection and discussions about funding, physical construction had yet to begin as of the second quarter of 2026. So where does Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat stand on the project, and what is holding it back?

LATEST UPDATE

As of Q2 2026, physical construction of the Fourth Mainland Bridge had not started.

A report on the Lagos State Government’s Q2 2026 budget implementation figures stated that about ₦220.73 million had been spent against a ₦1 billion budget provision for the project. The report showed no expenditure performance for the project during the quarter itself. The figures do not establish exactly what the money was spent on, so it would be inaccurate to claim that it definitely funded specific preparatory activities.

In August 2026, Hamzat reportedly maintained that the bridge remained on the government’s agenda but acknowledged the need for substantial financial resources to meet Lagos State’s infrastructure demands.There is still no confirmed public construction-completion date that residents can rely on.

WHAT HAS OBAFEMI HAMZAT SAID ABOUT THE BRIDGE?

One of Hamzat’s clearest public explanations came in November 2024. He attributed the delay to inflation and the sharp rise in the exchange rate, which had increased the project’s dollar-linked costs. He said the initial budget had increased substantially and that discussions with the preferred contractors were continuing to find a workable arrangement.

Hamzat maintained that the project was still on course, but that statement was not the same as announcing that construction had started. The key issue is whether the government and its private-sector partners can agree on a financing and commercial arrangement that makes the project viable.

HOW MUCH WILL THE FOURTH MAINLAND BRIDGE COST?

Cost estimates reported over the years have varied, with figures of approximately $2.2 billion to $2.5 billion frequently cited. That is an enormous amount of money, even for a state with Lagos’s economic importance. Inflation, exchange-rate changes, financing costs and the terms agreed with private investors can all affect whether a project of this scale moves forward.

Financing discussions have also involved questions about the support lenders require before committing funds. Announcements about proposed loans or financing packages should not be confused with confirmation that the entire construction budget has been secured and released.

WHERE WILL THE BRIDGE PASS?

The proposed Fourth Mainland Bridge is approximately 37–38 kilometres long. It is intended to connect the Lekki–Ajah axis with the Ikorodu side of Lagos, providing another route across the lagoon. According to the Lagos State PPP portal, the proposed design includes: A major lagoon crossing of approximately 4.5 kilometres, Three toll plazas, Nine interchanges, and Provision for Bus Rapid Transit lanes.

The project is intended to provide an alternative route for traffic and reduce pressure on existing roads and bridges. However, the scale of the expected benefit will depend on the final design, connecting roads and how the wider transport network operates once the bridge is completed.

WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR BUILDING IT?

In December 2022, the Lagos State Government announced the CCECC-CRCCIG Consortium as the preferred bidder for the project.
The bridge is planned under a public-private partnership model in which private-sector participation is expected to play a major role in financing, construction and operation.

Being named preferred bidder is an important step, but it does not mean that funding has been fully secured or that construction has commenced. That distinction matters when assessing the project’s progress.

For residents who spend hours travelling between parts of Lagos, the bridge is more than a government announcement. It represents the possibility of another transport corridor, improved connectivity and less pressure on existing routes. But until construction begins, those benefits remain prospective.

The practical questions residents should be asking are:
1. Has a final and workable financing agreement been reached?
2. Have the outstanding commercial and funding issues been resolved?
3. Has the government announced a confirmed date for physical construction?
4. When construction begins, what is the approved timeline for completion?

These are more meaningful indicators of progress than repeated assurances that the project remains on the agenda.

WHAT IS HAMZAT’S ROLE IN THE PROJECT?

As Lagos Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat is part of the state administration associated with the project. His public comments have helped explain the government’s position on rising costs and funding difficulties. However, it is important to distinguish between explaining a project’s challenges and demonstrating that those challenges have been resolved.

A fair assessment of Hamzat’s record on the bridge should consider the administration’s announcements, the status of its financing arrangements, the steps taken to move the project forward and whether physical work has actually begun. The same standard should apply to any public official being assessed on a major infrastructure project.

The bottom line is, the Fourth Mainland Bridge remains a significant proposed infrastructure project for Lagos, but the latest status reported for Q2 2026 showed that physical construction had not started.

Hamzat attributed the delay in his November 2024 remarks to inflation, exchange-rate pressure and the resulting increase in project costs. In August 2026, he reportedly continued to describe the bridge as part of the government’s agenda while stressing the need for substantial funding. The next major milestone is not another promise. It is evidence that the financing and commercial arrangements have been resolved and that construction has begun.

What do you think: should the Lagos State Government prioritise finding a new funding arrangement for the Fourth Mainland Bridge, or focus first on improving existing roads and public transport while the project remains stalled?

SOURCES
Lagos State PPP portal — Fourth Mainland Bridge project description
Vanguard — Hamzat’s November 2024 comments on inflation and the project
The Whistler — Q2 2026 spending figures and construction status:
The Nation — Hamzat’s August 2026 remarks on Lagos infrastructure funding
TheCable — Announcement of the preferred bidder
Medium — Fourth Mainland Bridge: Project Facts and Status

What does Hamzat want to do for light in Lagos? The answer is in his manifesto under the name IMOLE. Imole means light. The chapter is clear about the problem and the direction he wants to take.

Lagos needs about 9,000 megawatts at peak. The grid currently supplies roughly 1,000 megawatts. More than 80 per cent of demand is met by generators. That is the gap the manifesto puts on the table. An average household can spend between 15 and 35 per cent of its disposable income on electricity. The cost is high because the supply is unreliable.

Hamzat’s plan rests on seven principles he calls the IMOLE doctrine. Light is treated as the foundation of prosperity. The state becomes the regulator through LASERC while the market does the heavy lifting. Power will come from a mix of gas, renewables and embedded generation. A smarter grid with sensors and mini-grids for places the main lines do not reach. Partnership with EKEDC and Ikeja Electric instead of constant fighting. And every commitment is meant to be measured and published.

The practical work is broken into five parts.
First, stand up the Lagos electricity market in stages, starting with the full hand-over of regulatory power to LASERC between 2027 and 2028. Second, put embedded generation into the industrial parks at Epe, Badagry, Ikorodu and Ojo so factories are not left to generators alone. Third, upgrade the grid with EKEDC and Ikeja Electric and roll out mini-grids where the network does not reach. Fourth, expand the Solar Villages idea that began when he was Science and Technology Commissioner between 2005 and 2011, when eleven solar villages were delivered. Fifth, adopt a long-term Integrated Resource Plan that looks fifteen years ahead, including the shift toward electric mobility.

Will the light stay longer?
The manifesto says reliability will be published in supply hours per day for each division of the state. Lower-income households are meant to be protected through a basic affordable tariff. Public institutions that cannot afford to go dark, hospitals, schools, police and fire stations, water plants, are to get resilient embedded power.

Many Lagosians still call the power problem “NEPA.” The old agency is gone, but the word remains because the experience has not changed enough. Hamzat’s manifesto does not promise that blackouts will vanish overnight. It sets out a structure: a state market, embedded power in industrial areas, more renewables, a smarter grid, and public numbers so people can check whether supply hours are actually improving. That is the power chapter in The Promise and it is the clearest published statement of what he says he wants to do for light in Lagos.

_{Source: The Promise – Building a State That Lasts (Hamzat manifesto), Chapter R.2 · IMOLE: The Lagos Power Promise. Campaign content.}