Lagos State Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate for the 2027 election, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has announced plans to unveil his manifesto titled The Lagos Promise, outlining seven pillars, 31 chapters and 100 pledges.
Hamzat disclosed this while hinting at the forthcoming manifesto, which he said would establish clear commitments against which his performance could be assessed if elected governor.
According to him, 87 of the 100 pledges would be directly measurable, allowing residents to determine whether he had fulfilled his promises.
“I will be unveiling my manifesto in four days, titled The Lagos Promise. It will contain seven pillars, 31 chapters and 100 pledges,” Hamzat said.
He added that the remaining 13 pledges would depend on decisions by the courts and approvals from the Federal Government.
The APC candidate also claimed that he was the first politician in Africa to introduce specific pledges of this nature into a manifesto, stressing the importance of making political promises measurable and open to public scrutiny.
His proposed accountability framework comes as political activities gradually intensify ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Lagos State.
Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub and one of Africa’s largest urban centres, faces several interconnected challenges, including traffic congestion, housing affordability, waste management, flooding, infrastructure pressure, public transportation and access to essential services.
The state also continues to experience rapid population growth, creating demands for improved urban planning, employment opportunities, efficient public services and sustainable development.
Hamzat’s proposed manifesto is expected to provide further details about how his administration would address these issues if he secures victory at the polls.
The emphasis on measurable pledges could provide voters with specific benchmarks for assessing government performance rather than relying solely on broad policy statements.
However, the effectiveness of such a framework would depend on how clearly the pledges are defined, whether timelines and performance indicators are published, and how progress is communicated to the public.
Independent monitoring and transparent reporting could also help residents determine whether promised projects and reforms have been delivered.
Hamzat’s announcement places accountability and measurable results at the centre of his emerging campaign message. The details of the seven pillars and 100 pledges will be important in determining the scope of his proposed agenda for Lagos.
As the 2027 election approaches, the manifesto is likely to become a key reference point for discussions about the future direction of the state.
Voters will have the opportunity to examine the proposals, compare them with competing candidates’ plans and assess their feasibility, funding arrangements and potential impact on residents.
Ultimately, the significance of The Lagos Promise will depend not only on the number of pledges it contains but also on their clarity, implementation and the extent to which residents can hold the eventual administration accountable.
