The political atmosphere in Lagos State has been stirred following reports that 12 serving members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Lagos State House of Assembly failed to secure return tickets ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The outcome of the APC ticket selection process has generated mixed reactions across political circles, with party supporters and stakeholders closely monitoring developments within the ruling party.

Lagostrend report that Among the notable lawmakers affected are the Majority Leader, Noheem Adams, Chief Whip Fatai Mojeed, Deputy Chief Whip Setonji David, and popular Nollywood actor-turned-politician Desmond Elliot.

FULL LIST OF LAWMAKERS REPORTEDLY AFFECTED

1. Noheem Adams – Eti-Osa Constituency I (Majority Leader)

2. Fatai Mojeed – Chief Whip

3. Setonji David – Deputy Chief Whip

4. Desmond Elliot – Surulere Constituency I

5. Gbolahan Ogunleye – Ikorodu Constituency I

6. Lanre Afini/Afinni – Lagos Island I

7. Stephen Ogundipe – Oshodi/Isolo I

8. Obafemi Saheed – Kosofe II

9. Bonu Solomon – Badagry II

10. Emmanuel Oloto – Ifako-Ijaiye II

11. Jubreel Abdulkareem/Kareem – Agege II

12. Apata Samuel – Somolu Constituency II

Political observers believe the development signals a fresh phase of political realignment within the Lagos APC structure as the party intensifies preparations for the 2027 elections.

While some party members have described the process as part of APC’s internal democratic tradition, others have expressed surprise over the exclusion of several ranking lawmakers and influential political figures.

Despite the outcome, party leaders have continued to call for unity among members, urging all aspirants and supporters to remain committed to the collective success of the party ahead of the forthcoming elections.

Attention is now expected to shift toward the newly selected candidates who will represent the APC across various constituencies in Lagos State during the 2027 electoral contest.