Hamzat unveils 100-point Lagos Promise, pledges reforms in health, education, transport

Hamzat unveils 100-point Lagos Promise, pledges reforms in health, education, transport

APC governorship candidate outlines seven-pillar manifesto, promises accountability and improved public services

LAGOS, October 30, 2026 — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has unveiled a 100-point development manifesto, pledging to strengthen healthcare, education, transportation, security, job creation and social inclusion if elected governor in the 2027 general election.

Hamzat presented his manifesto, titled *The Lagos Promise (Ileri Eko)*, at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos, on Friday.

The document outlines seven strategic pillars: People First, Renewal, Opportunity, the Machinery of Government, Inclusion, Security and Resilience, and Everyday Dignity.

Addressing party leaders, traditional rulers, stakeholders and Lagos residents, Hamzat said his vision was to build on the achievements of successive administrations while making governance more responsive, inclusive and accountable.

He described the manifesto as a social contract with Lagosians, comprising 87 firm commitments and 13 aspirations, with a promise to publish performance scorecards and report progress annually.

Healthcare and education

On healthcare, Hamzat pledged to increase the number of Maternal and Child Centres from 10 to 15, expand the Ilera Eko health insurance scheme to cover one in three Lagos residents, and deliver two new general hospitals in Ogombo and Ibeju-Lekki.

He also promised to upgrade 100 primary healthcare centres, expand existing general hospitals and complete ongoing projects, including the new Massey Children’s Hospital, Ojo General Hospital and Somolu General Hospital.

In education, the APC candidate pledged to strengthen the EKOEXCEL programme across public primary schools, improve teacher training and remuneration, and ensure that every child in Lagos has access to quality education.

He also outlined plans to establish a University of Medicine and Health Sciences to expand medical training and strengthen the state’s healthcare workforce.

Transport and infrastructure

Hamzat said his administration would expand Lagos’ public transport system by increasing the bus fleet from 1,000 to 4,000 vehicles, extending the Blue Line rail to Okokomaiko and advancing the Green Line from Marina to the Lekki Free Trade Zone.

He also pledged to connect the Red and Blue rail lines through an interchange at the National Theatre Station and accelerate major road projects, including the Fourth Mainland Bridge, the Regional Road along the Lekki-Epe axis and Phase Two of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge.

Under the Omi Eko initiative, he promised to develop 140 kilometres of additional water corridors, optimise 15 ferry routes, refurbish 25 terminals and jetties, and procure 75 electric vessels.

The candidate said his administration would integrate road, rail and water transportation to reduce commuting time and improve mobility across the state.

Jobs, enterprise and youth development

Hamzat pledged to create an enabling environment for businesses, artisans, traders, manufacturers, farmers and technology entrepreneurs through improved infrastructure, access to digital services and reduced bureaucratic barriers.

He also promised to expand digital access hubs, strengthen Yaba’s technology ecosystem and create more opportunities for young people to participate in public service through internships, volunteering and leadership programmes.

He said young professionals would be given opportunities to lead government agencies based on merit.

Housing, security and environmental sustainability

On housing, Hamzat promised to complete ongoing housing projects across the state, deepen the Lagos HOMS programme and improve access to affordable mortgages through lower deposits, single-digit interest rates and longer repayment periods.

For security, he pledged to expand the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency to all wards across the state’s 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas.

He also outlined plans to improve street lighting and CCTV coverage, establish a State Intelligence Fusion Centre and strengthen coordination against cybercrime, financial crime and organised crime.

On environmental management, Hamzat promised to expand access to clean water through the completion of Adiyan Phase Two, rehabilitate 24 micro and mini waterworks, improve waste collection coverage to 95 per cent and complete key waste recovery and waste-to-energy projects.

He also pledged to train and equip informal waste workers, improve air quality and expand green spaces across Lagos.

Accountability and inclusion

Hamzat said accountability would be central to his administration, promising to establish a Lagos State Service Delivery Office within his first 100 days in office and publish measurable targets for government commitments.

He also pledged to establish a Child Protection and Nutrition Agency, advance a State Wealth Fund with an independent board and published accounts, and introduce service charters across government offices.

Under his proposed accountability framework, complaints would be acknowledged within 48 hours, answered within seven days and resolved within 30 days.

He further promised regular town hall meetings across the five IBILE divisions and annual public reports detailing progress, missed targets and revised timelines.

Hamzat said his vision was to ensure that every resident, regardless of background, age, ability or place of origin, could access opportunities and benefit from government services.

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Speaking at the event, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, described Hamzat as a worthy successor, citing his experience, competence, loyalty and contributions to the state’s development.

Sanwo-Olu said the transition would sustain the progressive development agenda established by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and continued by successive Lagos administrations.

He expressed confidence that Hamzat had the capacity to consolidate achievements in infrastructure, transportation, education, healthcare and economic development.

The governor formally presented Hamzat with a symbolic baton representing continuity and urged him to present his vision to Lagosians.

Hamzat, who has served as deputy governor since 2019, said his manifesto was built on the principles of respect, work and truth, adding that he would submit his administration to public scrutiny.

He called on Lagos residents to examine the manifesto, assess its commitments and hold him accountable for delivery if elected.

The APC candidate said his ambition was to build a safer, fairer, cleaner and more liveable Lagos, adding that the state’s next phase of development must translate into tangible improvements in the everyday lives of its residents.