A Public Leadership Credential candidate at the Harvard Kennedy School, Prince Rotimi Victor Rhodes-Vivour, has declared his full support for Dr. Obafemi Hamzat ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Lagos State, urging residents to rally behind and vote for him.
In an official statement, Rhodes-Vivour characterized Hamzat as an exemplary public servant who has consistently shown competence, innovation, and unwavering commitment to the progress of Lagos State throughout his tenure in public office.
He pointed out that Hamzat has solidified his reputation as one of the state’s most seasoned and proficient public administrators, notably through his service as Deputy Governor since 2019, a role in which he has bolstered government initiatives to advance governance, infrastructure, education, technology, and public service delivery.
Furthermore, he emphasized that Hamzat, being a qualified engineer and technocrat, has routinely championed the integration of technology to maximize government efficiency and service execution.
He noted that the deputy governor has been a fierce proponent of digital transformation, e-governance, and data-backed planning, all of which have reinforced Lagos’ standing as Nigeria’s primary hub for innovation.
Rhodes-Vivour went on to spotlight Hamzat’s extensive contributions to the state’s digital governance frameworks, his backing of educational and technological growth, his drive to cultivate digital skills among the youth, and his active role in executing strategies to boost transportation, economic advancement, security, and administration.
He affirmed that across his long-standing career in public service, Hamzat has built a commendable reputation grounded in professionalism, humility, technical acumen, and an absolute dedication to his responsibilities.
The statement concluded by reflecting on Hamzat’s rich administrative background, recalling his past roles as Commissioner for Science and Technology, Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, and Commissioner for Budget and Planning—tenures that Rhodes-Vivour stated have given the deputy governor a profound comprehension of both the hurdles and the potentials present within Lagos State.
