The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly opposed the prospect of Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, succeeding Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in 2027. The party vowed that Lagosians would resist any attempts to impose a Tinubu dynasty on the state.
This declaration follows recent endorsements of Seyi Tinubu by groups advocating for his candidacy. Among these is the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders, which on Tuesday in Owerri, Imo State, suggested that Seyi Tinubu might instead consider running in Osun or Imo states, reportedly his family’s ancestral origins. Another group, Friends of Seyi Tinubu, lauded him as a visionary leader with a rare blend of intellect, empathy, and strategic foresight.
Speaking exclusively to Hobnob News, Lagos PDP spokesperson Hakeem Amode rejected the endorsements, asserting that “Lagos will not serve him.” Amode criticized the notion of governance as hereditary, emphasizing that leadership roles are not “gifts” to be inherited. He cautioned against any political maneuvers similar to those allegedly used in Edo and Ondo states in the past, warning that Lagosians would firmly resist. Amode also pointed to the results of the last presidential election, where many Lagosians voted against Bola Tinubu, as an indication of the state’s stance.
The Coalition of Lagos Indigenous Youths echoed the PDP’s sentiments, rejecting the idea of a non-indigene governing Lagos. They emphasized that Lagos should not be subjected to political dominance by a single family.
Meanwhile, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos dismissed the conversation as premature. APC spokesperson Seye Oladejo urged the public to focus on supporting the current administration rather than speculating about the 2027 elections. “It’s too early to discuss 2027. Let’s rally behind the governor and the president to drive development,” he stated.
Prominent APC member Joe Igbokwe also expressed his disapproval on Facebook, calling the endorsements a distraction aimed at undermining President Bola Tinubu. He remarked, “Ruling Lagos is not a job for amateurs.”
As the debate unfolds, it highlights growing tensions over political succession in Lagos and the broader implications of dynastic politics in Nigeria.
