Damilola Sonayon-James, the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 Lagos State governorship election, has expressed gratitude to party leaders and supporters following her nomination, describing the development as a reflection of the opportunities available in Lagos State.
In a statement posted on her X account on Wednesday, James said she accepted the nomination with humility and thanked God for what she described as His guidance throughout her political journey.
“To the glory of God, I humbly acknowledge my nomination as the deputy governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 Lagos State governorship election,” she said.
“Today is a reminder of the endless possibilities that have defined our Lagos. It is my hope that my story continues to serve as a reminder that there is no ceiling to our greatness.”
The APC deputy governorship candidate expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his leadership and contribution to the growth of democracy in Nigeria.
“I convey my deepest gratitude to our president, His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose exemplary leadership has deepened democratic values in our country and under whose leadership our nation is now on a stronger economic footing,” she stated.
She also thanked First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and other party stakeholders for their support and encouragement.
James extended her appreciation to the leadership of the APC in Lagos State, including the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), which she said had continued to provide direction for the party.
“I extend my profound appreciation to the leadership of our party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), for considering me worthy of this responsibility,” she said.
“I am especially grateful to the leadership of the Governance Advisory Council led by our respected and revered GAC leader, Prince Tajudeen Olusi, for their collective wisdom, which has continued to serve as an anchor for our party in Lagos State.”
The deputy governorship candidate also acknowledged the support of traditional rulers, community leaders, grassroots mobilisers, women and youth groups across the state.
She reserved special appreciation for the people of Badagry, particularly Badagry West, where she previously served, describing their support as a source of inspiration.
“I extend my deepest gratitude to the people of Badagry and especially Badagry West, whom I have previously had the privilege to serve,” she said.
James pledged to work closely with the APC governorship candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, to sustain Lagos State’s development trajectory.
“It is a tremendous honour to fly the flag of our great party as deputy governorship candidate to our candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat. Together, we shall work to consolidate the model of progressive governance that has distinguished Lagos as a centre of excellence,” she said.
She added that her nomination should serve as inspiration to women, young people and girls across the state, while thanking Lagos residents for their support.
