The announcement was made on September 17, 2026, by the Kadri Obafemi Hamzat Media Centre, revealing a diverse roster that includes veteran actor Jide Kosoko, Fuji music icons Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, Abass Akande Obesere, and Adewale Ayuba, alongside Nollywood stars Toyin Abraham, Eniola Badmus, and Bimbo Akintola.
Leading the directorate is Toke Benson-Awoyinka, with Jide Kosoko serving as Co-Director and Eniola Badmus taking on the role of Deputy Director. Akeem Alimi, known as Ajala Jalingo, is appointed Secretary, while Dare Olateju will act as Assistant Secretary.
The Yoruba film industry is well-represented, featuring notable names like Oga Bello (Adebayo Salami), Saheed Balogun, Bukky Wright, Fathia Balogun, Yinka Quadri, and Tayo Sobola.
The influential Fuji music scene also boasts a strong presence, with members including Pasuma, Obesere, Ayuba, Sulaimon Alao Adekunle (Malaika), Akorede Babatunde Okunola (Osupa), and Temitope Adekunle (Small Doctor).
This initiative is part of a broader strategy under the campaign council, which lists Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as Chairman and Kadri Obafemi Hamzat as Deputy Chairman.
The inauguration of the council is scheduled for September 18, 2026, at the APC Secretariat on ACME Road, Ikeja.
This collaboration between the political and entertainment sectors signifies a strategic effort to harness the influence of celebrity culture in mobilizing voters and enhancing the party's visibility.
The full list of members in the Entertainment and Creative Economy Directorate has stirred excitement among fans and political observers alike, underscoring the integral role of culture in shaping political narratives.
As the campaign gears up, all eyes will be on how this star-studded council leverages their platforms to engage the electorate in Lagos State.
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