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From Noah Ebije, Kaduna
The Lagos State chapter of the Accord Party has officially unveiled its candidates for the 2027 general elections, presenting its governorship candidate, three senatorial candidates, and other aspirants for legislative positions, while reaffirming its endorsement of Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
The unveiling ceremony, held in Lagos, featured the presentation of Certificates of Return to candidates contesting various elective positions, including the governorship seat, senatorial districts, House of Representatives constituencies, and Lagos State House of Assembly seats.
Speaking at the event, the Lagos State Chairman of the Accord Party, Dele Oladeji, said the presentation of certificates formally confirmed the emergence of the party’s candidates and marked the commencement of campaign activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
Oladeji, who is also the party’s candidate for the Lagos West Senatorial District, described the occasion as a significant milestone in the party’s efforts to provide Lagosians with a credible political alternative.
“Today is significant because it affirms the candidates of the Accord Party in Lagos State for the 2027 general elections. We are issuing Certificates of Return and formally presenting them as the party’s candidates for the forthcoming elections,” he said.
According to him, the party’s ideology is anchored on social justice, equity, and welfare-oriented governance, with a commitment to improving citizens’ welfare, enhancing security, and safeguarding lives and property.
He maintained that many Lagos residents are seeking a departure from the current political order and expressed confidence that the Accord Party possesses the vision and capacity to deliver meaningful change.
The party’s candidate for the Lagos Central Senatorial District, Solomon Oladimeji Wahab, said his aspiration was driven by a desire to improve governance and ensure that citizens benefit more directly from democratic dividends.
He called for greater accountability in government and urged eligible voters to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate actively in the electoral process. Wahab also appealed to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct transparent, free, and credible elections.
Similarly, the Accord Party’s House of Representatives candidate for the Badagry Federal Constituency, Joseph Taiwo Jehoshaphat, pledged to address infrastructure challenges and youth unemployment if elected. He stated that attracting federal projects and development initiatives to the constituency would be among his priorities.
For his part, the party’s Lagos State House of Assembly candidate for Somolu Constituency II, Abisoye Obayon, said he entered the race to promote development and expand opportunities for residents. He expressed confidence that voters would support candidates with strong community roots and practical solutions to local challenges.
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Also speaking, the party’s Lagos East Senatorial candidate, Blessing Maduka-Sunday, advocated greater participation of women in politics, describing the low representation of women in elective offices as a challenge to inclusive governance.
She encouraged more women to seek elective positions and called for policies that promote women’s empowerment, poverty reduction, and wealth creation.
In total, the Accord Party presented 27 candidates for various elective offices across Lagos State, including the governorship seat, the three senatorial districts, House of Representatives constituencies, and State House of Assembly positions.
Party leaders said the unveiling signals the beginning of intensified preparations for the 2027 general elections and expressed confidence that the Accord Party would emerge as a formidable force capable of offering Lagos voters a credible alternative at the polls.
Meanwhile, major roads and public spaces across parts of Lagos witnessed an extraordinary wave of political activity as thousands of Accord Party supporters converged for a massive rally and press conference in support of the party’s candidates and presidential standard-bearer.
The gathering culminated in a resounding reaffirmation of Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The party also presented Certificates of Return to its candidates for various elective offices in Lagos State.
Party leaders and stakeholders used the occasion to dismiss controversies surrounding the party’s presidential ticket, insisting that the party remains united behind Hashim’s candidacy.
Speaking on behalf of supporters, Adetebi Oluseyi of Alimosho declared: “Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim remains our presidential candidate. We are focused on building a national movement capable of rescuing Nigeria through competence, productivity and visionary leadership.”
Supporters waved party banners, displayed campaign materials, and chanted slogans calling for a new direction in Nigerian politics. Many described Hashim as a bridge-builder with the experience and national outlook needed to unite the country and drive economic transformation.
The rally came just days after Hashim’s emergence at the party’s presidential primary and follows a wave of endorsements and solidarity gatherings in different parts of the country.
With the massive turnout in Lagos, following similar mobilisations in Abuja and other locations nationwide, supporters argue that the conversation around Hashim’s candidacy is rapidly moving beyond party structures and evolving into a broader national movement centred on solutions, economic revival, and national renewal.
As the crowd dispersed after hours of speeches, music, and political engagement, one message remained unmistakably clear: Accord Party faithful in Lagos are firmly united behind Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim and determined to carry that momentum into the 2027 general elections.
