Laja Adeoye, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial aspirant in Lagos State, has predicted a major political shift in the 2027 governorship election. Speaking in Lagos on Sunday, Mr Adeoye declared that the PDP would end the All Progressives Congress's (APC) prolonged hold on power in the state. He described the upcoming election as a turning point, calling it "the biggest upset in the country's political history." Mr Adeoye attributed the party's renewed momentum to widespread dissatisfaction among Lagos residents over multiple taxation, traffic congestion, and rising living costs under APC governance.
He stated that the economic hardships caused by national policies are felt more acutely in Lagos than in other states, a factor he believes will influence voter decisions in 2027. Mr Adeoye said the PDP has begun intensive grassroots mobilisation across all 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas in Lagos. He confirmed ongoing efforts to resolve internal party disputes and build consensus ahead of the primaries, noting that he has received endorsements from various groups and is engaging party leaders at all levels.
Mr Adeoye introduced his governance agenda, "Àtuntọ Èkó," meaning "Re-Engineering Lagos," which covers infrastructure, power, water, housing, education, health, and fiscal transparency. The plan includes Independent Power Projects, renewable energy, potable water supply, road and rail rehabilitation, and climate-resilient urban planning. It also promises thousands of low-cost housing units within four years, with a goal to prevent Lagos workers from spending over 60% of their income on rent. The agenda further outlines reviving primary health centres in every ward, rebuilding 1,000 classrooms annually, expanding STEM education, supporting SMEs and the informal sector, promoting tech hubs and digital economy initiatives, and enhancing security through technology-backed surveillance and community policing.
Laja Adeoye claims Lagos residents are exhausted by APC rule yet offers no explanation for PDP's absence in recent state elections despite those conditions. His promise to end rent burdens for workers stands in contrast to the party's lack of legislative or policy action on housing during previous national victories. If the PDP failed to capitalise when APC was weaker, why should Lagosians believe 2027 will be different. The burden of proof remains on Adeoye to show a path beyond slogans.
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