Why I participated in Lagos governorship debate – Hamzat

Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress governorship candidate, Obafemi Hamzat, has explained the purpose behind his participation in the Lagos Governorship Debate. The debate offered him a platform to present his vision for the state and discuss how he plans to enhance the lives of Lagosians. In a post on his X handle, the APC candidate emphasized that leadership involves understanding the needs of the people and implementing policies to address them.

Hamzat highlighted healthcare as a top priority, aiming to expand the state's health insurance scheme, Ilera Eko, to cover one-third of Lagos residents. He also pledged to complete the Massey Children's Hospital, Ojo and Somolu General Hospitals, while increasing capacity in the state's nine general hospitals. Additionally, he plans to introduce a more accessible mortgage system to facilitate homeownership and improve transportation infrastructure.

Hamzat outlined seven pillars of his development agenda, known as The Lagos PROMISE, which focuses on People First, Renewal, Opportunity, Machinery of Government, Inclusion, Security, Resilience, and Everyday Dignity.