Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2027 election, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, has outlined his vision for the state, emphasising continuity in governance, infrastructure development, security, housing, environmental sustainability, and improved citizen participation.
Hamzat, while speaking on his plans for the state at the weekend, described the role of a governor as that of a team captain whose responsibility is to align expertise, policies and resources towards a common goal: improving the quality of life of residents.
According to him, governance should not be measured merely by the number of projects executed, but by their direct impact on citizens’ lives.
“The ultimate test of every government policy is how it improves the quality of life of the people,” he said.
The deputy governor stressed that government is a continuum and that successive administrations must build on the achievements of their predecessors rather than abandon ongoing projects.
He noted that Lagos State is guided by a 25-year development master plan extending to 2035, which provides a framework for long-term growth and infrastructure development.
He cited major projects, such as the Blue and Red Rail Lines, as examples of initiatives that require continuity beyond a single administration, saying that while significant progress has been recorded, his administration will complete and expand the projects to maximise their benefits.
Hamzat, who also spoke on his administration’s policy direction, said that the APC’s manifesto spans over 500 pages and covers critical sectors, including education, healthcare, transportation, housing, water supply, security and economic development.
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