A political aspirant identified as Ajose has withdrawn from the Lagos State governorship race in Lagos State and declared support for Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu.

The development came after consultations within political circles in Nigeria ahead of the next election cycle, where party stakeholders continue to realign and consolidate support.

Ajose announced his withdrawal after what sources described as a strategic meeting, where discussions reportedly centred on party unity and future leadership direction in Lagos politics.

Following the decision, he publicly endorsed Hamzat, describing him as a suitable candidate to continue ongoing development projects and governance programmes in the state.

The move is seen as part of broader political positioning within the ruling party in Lagos, where key figures are aligning ahead of future electoral contests.

Party supporters have reacted to the development with mixed views, with some describing it as a step toward unity, while others see it as part of internal political negotiations.

Neither the Lagos State Government nor the All Progressives Congress has issued an official detailed statement on the endorsement at the time of reporting.

Political activities are expected to intensify as stakeholders continue consultations ahead of upcoming elections.