APC Names Damilola Sonayon-James as Lagos State Deputy Governorship Candidate

 

                                  

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled Hon. Damilola Sonayon-James as the running mate to its Lagos State governorship candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The Princess, who currently serves as State Deputy Woman Leader of APC, will run alongside Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, who recently emerged the party's Governorship candidate for the election.

Announcing the decision, the Lagos State Chairman of the APC and Chairman of the Forum of 36 APC State Chairmen, Hon. Cornelius Ojelabi, described her emergence as the outcome of a wide consultation and rigorous selection process that considered competence, leadership capacity, grassroots acceptance, party loyalty, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to the continued development of Lagos State.

Ojelabi explained that Sonayon-James distinguished herself through her exceptional commitment to service, unwavering dedication to the party, strength of character, innovative thinking, and proven track record of leadership across the public, private, and political sectors.

He expressed confidence in the APC ticket, describing the Hamzat–Sonayon-James combination as a blend of experience, innovation, grassroots connection, and visionary leadership capable of advancing the developmental aspirations of Lagosians.

He urged residents of the state to support the APC team, noting that a vote for the party represents a vote for continuity, prosperity, inclusive growth, and a greater Lagos.

Hon. Damilola Sonayon-James is a 41-year-old accomplished governance and development professional with over 15 years of experience spanning public policy, institutional development, sustainability, risk governance, human capital strategy, stakeholder engagement, and community development.

Widely recognized for her grassroots engagement and commitment to community development, she previously served as Supervisor for Agriculture and Social Services in Badagry West Local Council Development Area, where she championed several impactful initiatives focused on agricultural development, women empowerment, youth inclusion, educational support, community welfare, and social intervention programmes.

Beyond public office, she has remained actively involved in grassroots political mobilization, women leadership development, youth empowerment, and community advocacy across Lagos State.              Her dedication to service and her close connection with the people have earned her widespread admiration, particularly among women and young people, many of whom affectionately refer to her as "Sisi Eko of APC."

Her emergence as Deputy Governorship Candidate further reinforces the APC's commitment to inclusive leadership, youth participation, women representation, and the continued advancement of Lagos State as Africa's leading centre of innovation, opportunity, and sustainable development.

Hon. Cornelius Ojelabi
State Chairman