The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Lagos State, Femi Hamzat, has stepped up engagements with Christian communities across the state as preparations for the 2027 governorship election gather momentum.
Hamzat disclosed his recent church visits in posts shared on his X account on Sunday.
The APC candidate said he visited the Love of Christ Generation Church in Oniru, Lagos, where he joined members of the congregation to celebrate the church’s 19th anniversary.
“Nineteen years of continuous service and impact in our communities is an admirable feat. Congratulations to the Love of Christ Generation Church and may the years ahead bring even greater blessing to our state and its people,” he wrote.
In a separate post, Hamzat said he visited Harvesters International Christian Centre, where he met with the church’s pastor, Bolaji Idowu, and members of the congregation during AWAKENING 2026.
He described the gathering as a moment of “reflection and hope”, saying Lagos could become an even greater state for all residents through unity and shared values.
Meanwhile, a video from the event that has gained attention online showed Idowu urging Hamzat to make the welfare of Nigerians a priority if he becomes governor.
“The cry of our people is, things currently are hard. In God’s providence, if you emerge as the governor, please let it be easy,” the pastor said.
“Our prayer is if it’s you or anyone that gets there, all we want is an easier and softer Nigeria where our guys won’t have to do fraud and girls won’t have to sell their body to live a great life,” Idowu said.
The pastor also praised Hamzat’s credentials and urged him to remain focused on the needs of the people.
Hamzat also met with the leadership of Christ Embassy, led by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, as part of his engagements with faith-based organisations in the state.
He said religious organisations play an important role in strengthening families, empowering young people and supporting communities.
“The impact faith-based organisations make in lifting families, supporting youth, and building our communities is invaluable,” Hamzat wrote.
He added that “real progress happens when we all build together”, while expressing optimism about the future of Lagos.
The series of engagements comes as political activities gradually intensify ahead of the 2027 Lagos governorship election, with candidates and political parties increasingly reaching out to different communities and interest groups across the state.
