Obafemi Hamzat, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the 2027 Lagos gubernatorial election, is projected to have a smooth path to victory against his closest rival, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Political analyst Omotayo Yusuf expressed skepticism about Rhodes-Vivour's ability to pose a significant challenge to Hamzat, suggesting that he is more interested in maintaining visibility as a candidate than in genuinely competing for the governorship. Hamzat's long-standing preparation for the role raises questions about whether he will serve a full eight-year term or step aside for another candidate in 2031. The APC, which regained power in Nigeria in 2015, faces opposition from the ADC and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as they aim to unseat the ruling party in the upcoming elections. The dynamics within the APC were highlighted during the recent primary, where several aspirants withdrew in favor of Hamzat, further consolidating his position as the party's candidate.