The Lagos chapter of the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA) has reiterated its commitment to securing another term for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as the group prepares to inaugurate its state leadership on Friday, November 13, 2026.

The ceremony, scheduled for the Blue Roof, Lagos Television, Agidingbi, Ikeja, is expected to draw political office holders, All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders, government representatives, traditional rulers and other prominent stakeholders.

Addressing journalists at a press conference on Wednesday, Chairman of the Lagos SWAGA Media Committee, Hon. Lanre Odubote, said the inauguration would usher in a renewed phase of political mobilisation, policy advocacy and grassroots engagement.

Speaking on behalf of the state chairman, Hon. Alao Owolabi, popularly known as Bertola, Odubote described SWAGA as a volunteer-based political movement founded on the belief that Tinubu’s leadership experience, political ideology and progressive credentials offer a solid pathway to national development.

He said the organisation was determined to deepen support for the President, particularly across the South-West, while educating citizens on government policies and ongoing reforms.

Odubote added that SWAGA would work towards strengthening political unity within the region and the APC, while complementing government initiatives through voter education, community engagement and empowerment programmes.

He emphasised that the group’s mandate extended beyond election campaigns, noting that it remained committed to advancing the Renewed Hope Agenda and encouraging policies capable of driving Nigeria’s sustainable growth.

Tracing the organisation’s origins, Odubote recalled that SWAGA was among the early political movements that openly championed Tinubu’s presidential ambition ahead of the 2023 general elections.

He identified former House of Representatives member, Hon. Oyetunde Ojo, as the movement’s founder and convener, explaining that it later evolved into a structured organisation under the national leadership of Senator Dayo Adeyeye, with Hon. Bosun Oladele serving as National Secretary.

According to him, SWAGA’s mobilisation efforts covered communities, markets, traditional institutions, religious centres and motor parks, where members promoted Tinubu’s governance record in Lagos, his institution-building capacity and contributions to political leadership across the country.

He noted that following Tinubu’s emergence as president, the organisation broadened its activities to include public enlightenment, policy advocacy and engagement between government and citizens.

On the Lagos chapter’s priorities, Odubote said the planned inauguration was designed to strengthen the movement’s organisational framework and expand its grassroots presence ahead of the 2027 elections.

He outlined four major areas of focus: establishing stronger structures across local governments, wards and polling units; increasing participation among women, youths, traders, artisans, professionals and transport workers; improving public understanding of government policies through factual communication; and building support for Tinubu’s re-election.

The media committee chairman also dismissed suggestions that SWAGA intended to operate as a rival political structure, stressing that the movement would complement the APC’s existing machinery and reinforce its mobilisation efforts.

He disclosed that the inauguration would feature the unveiling of the Lagos leadership and organisational framework, presentation of the group’s vision, mission and action plan, goodwill messages from political leaders, and the formal inauguration of local government and ward coordinators.

The event is expected to attract the Lagos State Governor, the state’s governorship candidate, APC leaders, national and state SWAGA executives, traditional rulers, women and youth representatives, market associations, transport unions, professional organisations and journalists.

Odubote urged members and supporters to turn out in large numbers, while maintaining discipline, peaceful conduct and responsible political participation.

He assured residents that the movement would pursue its objectives through dialogue, persuasion and public engagement, rather than intimidation or coercion.

He also acknowledged the media’s role in strengthening democracy and promoting public awareness, pledging that Lagos SWAGA would sustain transparent communication and provide timely, credible information.

Odubote expressed optimism that the inauguration would enhance the organisation’s contribution to the political and developmental goals of Lagos State and Nigeria.

He consequently invited political stakeholders, supporters of progressive governance and members of the public to attend the ceremony on Friday, November 13, at the Blue Roof, Lagos Television, Agidingbi, Ikeja.