“I just returned from Abuja, and the conversation remains the same—Dr Obafemi Hamzat is the next governor of Lagos state,” said Mr Obasa.
The ex-minister resigned on Wednesday to pursue his ambition as the next governor of Oyo State.
Governor Mai Mala Buni said the state had benefitted from the central government led by the president.
He said renewed backing would sustain ongoing reforms.
Among those present at the meeting were Enugu’s chairman-elect, Augustine Akubue, alongside counterparts from Imo, Abia, Anambra, and Ebonyi.
Former housing minister Ahmed Dangiwa has thanked President Bola Tinubu for the opportunity to serve the country.
The National Rescue Movement has described the Federal High Court ruling on its leadership as a landmark victory for social justice and the rule of law.
“My experience so far as the INEC chairman is that if God does not send you somewhere, do not go there,” said Mr Amupitan.
Mr Mohammed recalled how the Kaduna State Ministry of Information was created in May 2025, following his intervention, ten years after it had been scrapped.
Mr Sanwo-Olu spoke at the State House, Marina, while hosting members of the Joint Revenue Board for its 159th meeting, which started on Monday.
