Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu following his emergence as the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general election.
Sanwo-Olu said the result reflected the continued trust and confidence APC members have in Tinubu’s leadership, describing his victory in the party primaries as well deserved.
In a statement released on Monday by the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the governor also commended the peaceful and orderly conduct of the primaries across the country.
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The statement further praised the APC National Working Committee and state executives for ensuring a smooth electoral process.
“I congratulate our leader and President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, on his emergence as the presidential candidate of the APC for the 2027 election.
“This victory reflects the confidence and trust that party members across the country continue to place in his leadership and his commitment to building a better Nigeria,” Sanwo-Olu said.
He further noted that the party’s adoption of direct primaries demonstrated its commitment to strengthening internal democracy within its ranks.