The Accord Party in Lagos State has formally unveiled its candidates for the 2027 general elections, presenting contenders for the governorship, Senate, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly seats.
The event, which took place in Lagos on Saturday, saw 27 candidates receive their Certificates of Return. Among those presented was the party’s governorship candidate, Sowore Robert, alongside candidates contesting legislative positions across the state.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Lagos State Chairman of the Accord Party, Dele Oladeji, said the presentation of certificates marked the official confirmation of the party’s candidates for the forthcoming elections. He noted that the party intends to offer Lagos residents another political option ahead of the 2027 polls.
Oladeji, who is also contesting for the Lagos West Senatorial District seat, said the party’s agenda is built around good governance, fairness, public welfare, security and the protection of lives and property. He expressed confidence that the Accord Party could attract support from residents seeking a different direction in the state’s political landscape.
The candidate for Lagos Central Senatorial District, Solomon Wahab, said his ambition was driven by a desire to improve governance and ensure citizens enjoy better benefits from democracy. He also called for greater accountability in public office and encouraged eligible voters to obtain their Permanent Voter Cards and participate actively in elections.
Wahab further urged the Independent National Electoral Commission to ensure that future elections are conducted in a transparent and credible manner to strengthen public trust in the democratic process.
For the Badagry Federal Constituency, House of Representatives candidate Joseph Jehoshaphat said he would focus on tackling infrastructure challenges and youth unemployment if elected. According to him, attracting federal projects and development programmes to the constituency would be among his priorities.
Also speaking at the event, the Accord Party candidate for Somolu Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Abisoye Obayon, said his decision to contest was motivated by a desire to promote development and create more opportunities for residents. He expressed belief that voters would support candidates who understand local challenges and have practical solutions.
The party’s Lagos East Senatorial candidate, Blessing Maduka-Sunday, used the occasion to advocate increased participation of women in politics. She described the low number of women in elective offices as a challenge to inclusive governance and called for more policies aimed at empowering women, reducing poverty and creating economic opportunities.
The unveiling of the candidates marks another step in preparations for the 2027 elections as political parties continue to position themselves and present their candidates to voters across the country.