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The League of Concerned Lagosians (LCL), a key political advocacy group in Lagos State, has endorsed Dr. Tunji Alausa, the current Minister of State for Education, as its candidate for the 2027 Lagos gubernatorial election under the APC banner.
In a statement endorsed by Oladipo Wahab and titled “Alausa: Save Lagos Now,” the LCL highlighted that the minister is in a prime position to carry forward the visionary legacy of President Bola Tinubu, whom they consider the key figure behind Lagos’ remarkable transformation.Tap Here To Read Full Details
The statement reads: “Mr Alausa has an impressive medical career, having founded the Kidney Care Centre, KCC, in 2004, which has grown to include 17 locations in Illinois and several others across the U.S.
“He also established the Dialysis Care Centre in Homer, Illinois, in 2014 and has collaborated with numerous medical facilities to address kidney-related diseases.
“Before his appointment as Minister of Education on October 23, 2024, Alausa served as the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare from August 21, 2023, where he played a crucial role in implementing key health policies alongside Minister of Health Prof. Ali Pate.
“Dr. Alausa’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Lagos, followed by advanced training in the U.S.
“His political journey began with his alignment with President Tinubu, culminating in his nomination and subsequent appointment as Minister of State for Health in 2023.
“As Minister of Education, Alausa has already made significant changes, including the abolition of the controversial 18-year age requirement for university admission and a commitment to revamp degree programs to better meet labor market demands.
“With his extensive experience and proven track record, Dr. Tunji Alausa is poised to be a strong candidate for the governorship of Lagos State in 2027.”
