Senator Wasiu Eshilokun has been officially endorsed as the All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus candidate for the Lagos Central Senatorial District ahead of the 2027 general elections, following a peaceful primary election held on Monday in Lagos Mainland Local Government Area. The event took place at Evans Square in Ebute Metta, where party members and supporters gathered in large numbers to affirm Eshilokun’s position as the party’s preferred choice. Security operatives were deployed to ensure order and prevent any disruptions, contributing to the calm and orderly conduct of the exercise.
Eshilokun, who currently serves as the Senator representing Lagos Central, was selected through a process of extensive consultations and mutual agreement among APC stakeholders and members within the local government area. The APC Electoral Officer for Lagos Mainland, Adisa Gbangbala, commended participants for their peaceful conduct throughout the primary, highlighting the party’s commitment to inclusive leadership and democratic processes. He emphasized that the consensus decision reflects the unity and shared vision of APC members in the region.
Kazeem Omolaja, the APC candidate for Lagos Mainland Federal Constituency, also addressed the gathering, expressing his support for Eshilokun and acknowledging the strong backing the senator received from party members. Omolaja, who won the party’s House of Representatives primary election on Saturday, praised the continued trust placed in APC leadership by the people of Lagos Mainland. “I am happy to be here to show my solidarity with Sen. Eshilokun and the people of Lagos Mainland for trusting us with their votes,” he said during his speech.
The primary election was marked by high turnout and positive engagement, with party leaders and supporters expressing confidence in the APC’s organizational strength and readiness for the 2027 elections. The peaceful conduct of the event underscores the party’s efforts to maintain internal harmony and project a united front as it prepares for the upcoming electoral cycle. Eshilokun’s endorsement as the consensus candidate positions him as a key figure in the APC’s strategy to retain influence in Lagos State’s political landscape.
As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, the APC’s selection of Eshilokun in Lagos Central signals a strategic focus on continuity and experience in the senatorial race. The party’s emphasis on consensus and inclusivity may strengthen its appeal among voters in the region. This endorsement is expected to bolster the APC’s campaign efforts in Lagos, a critical battleground for national political influence.
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