Kwam 1 supports daughter's Assembly ambition with deputy governor's backing
Fuji musician Wasiu 'Kwam 1' Ayinde has sought the support of Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat for his daughter Damilola Ayinde-Marshall's Assembly ambition.
In Brief
- •Fuji musician Wasiu 'Kwam 1' Ayinde has sought the support of Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat for his daughter Damilola Ayinde-Marshall's Assembly ambition.
- •Damilola Ayinde-Marshall is contesting for Surulere Constituency II under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.
- •Kwam 1 publicly handed his daughter to Mr Hamzat at a Muhtadeen Islamic Foundation (MIFO) programme, seeking his backing.
- •Kwam 1 predicted that Mr Hamzat would become governor and that President Bola Tinubu would secure a second term.
- •Kwam 1 highlighted Mr Hamzat's contributions to MIFO and his service under former Lagos Governor Babatunde Fashola.
Why It Matters
This story highlights the intersection of music, politics, and religious organizations in Nigeria. It also provides insight into the political ambitions of young Nigerians and the role of mentors in shaping their careers. The predictions made by Kwam 1 about the upcoming elections could have significant implications for the political landscape in Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole.
Key Details
- Constituency
- Surulere Constituency II
- Party
- All Progressives Congress (APC)
- Election Year
- 2027
- Organization
- Muhtadeen Islamic Foundation (MIFO)
- Previous Governor
- Babatunde Fashola
Context & Background
The Muhtadeen Islamic Foundation (MIFO) is a group of young-at-heart Muslims committed to promoting Islam as a religion of peace and correcting misconceptions about the faith. The group has been involved in political campaigns in Lagos State, including supporting former Governor Babatunde Fashola's governorship bid.
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