Badagry Monarchs Demand “Badagry Lokan” for Lagos Governorship in 2027
Traditional rulers from Badagry Division have called for the Lagos State governorship to be zoned to their area in the 2027 election. They argue that Badagry has never produced a governor since 1967 and that other divisions—Epe, Ikorodu, Ikeja, and Lagos Island—have all held the office. At a news conference led by Dr. Olalekan James of Kweme Kingdom, the monarchs stressed Badagry’s historic role as a gateway for commerce and culture. They noted the division’s strategic position on the corridor to Benin and its major contributions to regional trade and infrastructure development. The rulers also highlighted Badagry’s consistent 90% support for progressive parties from the Alliance for Democracy through to the APC. They unveiled Samuel Mawuyon Ajose as their consensus candidate and praised his efforts in party logistics and grassroots mobilisation. Appealing directly to President Tinubu and the APC leadership, the monarchs urged fair zoning under the banner “Badagry Lokan.” They framed the demand as a matter of justice, equity, and recognition of the division’s sacrifices and contributions to Lagos State.
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