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This is Dr Obafemi Hamzat

Before politics...

- Got his PhD at 27

- 1st Student from the Systems Engineering dept of Cranefield University to complete their PhD in 3 years.

- Adjunct Professor - College of New Rochelle, New York

- Adjunct Professor - Columbia University, New York

- Case Manager - City of New York HR Administration, New York.

- System Process Engineer and Lead Consultant - Citibank HQ, New York

- Senior Associate, PC Engineering - Morgan Stanley HQ

- VP, Core Technology Support Group - Merrill Lynch, New York

- Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Group Head, IT Strategy - Oando Plc

This is the Next Governor of Lagos✌🏾♥️

How did his skills take the back seat when he implemented and achieved all of these

1 - Digital Transformation and E-Governance in Lagos state.

Lagos state was the first government in Africa to implement 11 modules of Oracle ERP.

What is Oracle ERP? It is a comprehensive suite of business management software developed by Oracle Corporation to help organizations integrate and automate core processes across departments, providing a single, centralized system for managing day-to-day operations.

It cut across finance, accounting, procurement, human resources (HR), supply chain, manufacturing, project management, and more all on one unified platform.

Who made it happen? Hamzat!

2 - Hamzat digitised payrolls and records across all MDA in Lagos, removing ghost workers from the system and saving public funds while improving accountability.

3 - During Fashola’s time he was in charge of works. He oversaw the construction of Nigeria’s first cable-bridge, the Lekki-Ikoyi Bridge.

4 - He essentially facilitated and supervised the completion of Lagos state 1st modern rail - The blue line.

Tell me how his expertise took a back seat?

ITS OFFICIAL: Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat @drobafemihamzat has been declared winner of the Primaries and Governorship Candidate of APC in Lagos State for the 2027 Elections. #KOH4Lagos pic.twitter.com/lpI1lFzbLw

— Jubril A. Gawat (@Mr_JAGs) May 21, 2026

Today, I accepted the nomination of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), as its gubernatorial candidate for the 2027 Lagos Governorship Election with deep gratitude.

I am truly humbled by this honour and I thank Almighty Allah, our party leaders, and every member who has placed their trust in me.

My journey started in Mushin, shaped by hard work, service, and the belief that government must improve the lives of ordinary people. Over the last two decades, I have had the privilege of serving Lagos in different capacities alongside exceptional leaders who laid the foundation for the progress our state enjoys today.

I have seen firsthand that governance is not easy but I have also seen what is possible when leadership is guided by vision, courage, and a genuine commitment to the people. As Deputy Governor, I understand that keeping a megacity running requires careful planning, experience, and steady leadership.

My decision to run comes from one simple question: how do we build a Lagos that works better for everyone? I am running to serve all Lagosians. Whether you are a fisherman in Badagry, a trader in Mile 12, a mechanic in Yaba or a corporate executive in Victoria Island, this government will work for you.

We must continue to invest in transportation, jobs, education, healthcare, security, and opportunities that give people hope and dignity. We must build a Lagos where no one is left behind and where every child can dream beyond the circumstances they were born into.

I am proud of what we have achieved as a state, but I am even more excited about what lies ahead.

I thank His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Her Excellency First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governance Advisory Council and our dedicated party members across the 20 LGAs and 37 LCDAs for their support and belief in this journey.

A special thank you to my wife, Oluremi, and our children for their unwavering support and sacrifice.

The stakes in 2027 are high but with your partnership, we will keep Lagos moving forward and continue building a future we can all be proud of.

Thank you for your trust, your prayers, and your support. I do not take any of it for granted.

Together, let us build the future of Lagos.

mightyhaze:
bia,u are beginning to sound like one hellamus here..u can do better

Representatives of South Africa’s Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), alongside the Public Investment Corporation (PIC), recently visited the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals and Dangote Fertiliser Limited as interest continues to grow around Africa-led industrialisation and long-term infrastructure investment.

The visit reflects a broader shift taking place across the continent; one where African institutions are increasingly looking inward to support large-scale projects capable of strengthening energy security, industrial capacity, food systems, and regional economic resilience.

As the refinery moves towards its forthcoming IPO, engagements like this reinforce the growing recognition of strategic infrastructure as a critical driver of Africa’s long-term growth and economic transformation.

#DangoteRefinery #DangoteGroup #Industrialisation

MichaelSokoto:
Who u be?
How do u exist?
How do u form?
Who u?

DomPerignon:
Now that it's obvious that there is no serious opposition to Tinubu and a second term is secured, I want to ask if Obi will contest again in 2031 on another SPV free ticket signing ?

This is important as 2031 will be the turn of the north .

Will Obi challenge the north that it is still SE turn?

'The Coalition may have failed at the top, But at the bottom let's work together.'

-Hon. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour#OurLagos @moakabash pic.twitter.com/5CEibqhjfq

— Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour Media ®. (@GRVLagos_Media) May 13, 2026

We talk about roads, power, water, housing, education, health, transportation and the cost of living because they affect our quality of life. But Lagos doesn’t change just because our complaints are loud; it changes because we’re involved.

Your PVC isn't just a card, it’s your seat at the table.

It’s the way to ensure the future of Lagos isn't decided without you.

Phase 3 of the Voter Registration started 4th of May, 2026 and it's still ongoing.

Don't just watch the future happen. Participate. Decide. Create it.

We talk about roads, power, water, housing, education, health, transportation and the cost of living because they affect our quality of life. But Lagos doesn’t change just because our complaints are loud; it changes because we’re involved.
Your PVC isn't just a card, it’s your… pic.twitter.com/Et7My5uPsh

— funsodoherty (@funsodoherty) May 19, 2026

Had a good conversation with HE @peterobi.

Shared vision. Same drive to fix a system that has failed too many.

The road to a new Nigeria will be birthed through united voices and well-governed states.

Here's to the work ahead.

#OTiYa
#ItIsTime