By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola

A major political development unfolded in Abuja on Tuesday,28 April, 2026 as Rt. Hon. James Faleke and Rasak Ajala picked the All Progressives Congress nomination forms for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, ahead of the 2027 elections.

The exercise, which took place in the Federal Capital Territory, saw Faleke, a member of the House of Representatives representing Ikeja Federal Constituency, collect the presidential form on behalf of Tinubu and the governorship form for Hamzat, popularly known as KOH.

The move has since triggered fresh political conversations within the ruling party, particularly in Lagos.
Party sources said the collection of the forms signals the formal commencement of strategic positioning ahead of the forthcoming presidential and Lagos governorship contests.

Meanwhile, Hamzat’s inclusion in the governorship race has heightened speculation over the succession battle in Lagos, where political stakeholders are already weighing possible contenders for the state’s top seat.

Observers noted that the involvement of Faleke and Ajala, both influential figures within Lagos politics, reflects coordinated backing from key party blocs and growing momentum around Hamzat’s expected ambition.

Hamzat, who currently serves as deputy governor, is widely regarded as an experienced technocrat and one of the most visible figures in the state administration.

Furthermore, supporters of the deputy governor described the development as a defining moment, expressing confidence in his leadership capacity and track record in public service.

The slogan, “KOH2027: Ìṣẹ̀ Ọlúwá ni o,” also surfaced alongside the announcement, further fuelling speculation that an organised political structure may already be taking shape.

Although neither Tinubu nor Hamzat had issued an official statement at the time of filing this report, political watchers expect clearer declarations and intensified consultations in the coming weeks.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Kwara State, Honourable Bashir Omolaja Bolarinwa has visited the state Governor, AbdulRahman AbadulRazaq in his office, it was gathered.

It was reported  further that the visit took place in the last of Monday evening , 27 April, 2026.

According to sources, the meeting was conveyed to intimate the Governor on the official declaration of Bolarinwa to contest for the governorship seat of the state coming up today, Tuesday, 28 April, 2026 in Ilorin.

Reports indicated that the APC governorship aspirant popularly called BOB by supporters and admirers, was warmly received by the Governor.

Bolarinwa, former Chairman of APC in Kwara State is one of the front line aspirants for the governorship ticket of APC in Kwara State

Stakeholders of the All-Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara State have thrown their full weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Dauda Lawal for a second term in the 2027 general elections.

The endorsement came on Saturday, April 25, 2026, during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting convened at the Government House in Gusau. The gathering drew all four former governors of the state, elected officials, elders, and representatives of youth and women from all 14 local government areas.

Speaking at the event, Governor Lawal described the meeting as timely, noting that political activities ahead of the 2027 elections are about to intensify.

He explained that his decision to join the APC was not merely political but a strategic move to reposition Zamfara, strengthen collaboration with the federal government, and advance the Renewed Hope Agenda. He thanked stakeholders for their unwavering support throughout the transition process.

Lawal urged party leaders to manage public expectations with maturity and fairness, acknowledging that not all political aspirations can be met immediately. He stressed that leadership goes beyond positions and that political relevance comes from service and contribution to development.

He further assured that fairness, equity, and justice would guide his administration’s decisions, and called for discipline and loyalty to the party.

In a communiqué read by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Bello Matawalle, himself a former governor, the stakeholders declared their full support for President Tinubu and Governor Lawal. The communiqué also covered discussions on party unity, governance coordination, security challenges, and preparations for the 2027 elections.

All four former governors of Zamfara Ahmed Sani Yarima, Mahmuda Aliyu Shinkafi, Abdul’aziz Yari, and Bello Mohammed Matawalle were present and made clear commitments to the APC and the re-election bid of the president and the governor.