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| Emmanuel Awumenu-Fisher |
The President of the Law Students' Society at the Lagos State University (LASU), Emmanuel Sewanu Awumenu-Fisher, has been named the Lagos State Deputy Director of Legal for the Elect Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (E-KOH) Initiative. This strategic appointment marks a significant milestone in the movement’s efforts to bolster its legal and administrative framework ahead of the 2027 Lagos gubernatorial race.
The E-KOH Initiative, which is actively mobilizing support for the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, as the consensus gubernatorial candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), formalized the appointment via a letter dated July 3, 2026. The appointment was jointly signed by the Convener and Director-General, Comrade Badmus Olawale (Liberty), and the General Secretary, Hon. Esther Ojo.
As the new Deputy Director of Legal, Awumenu-Fisher is expected to play a pivotal role in the initiative's operational success. His mandate includes providing legal guidance, drafting and vetting official documents, ensuring full compliance with electoral regulations, and resolving internal disputes.
"I am profoundly honoured to formally accept my appointment as Deputy Director of Legal of the Elect Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (E-KOH) Initiative," Awumenu-Fisher stated upon his acceptance. He expressed deep gratitude to the organization’s leadership for their confidence in his potential, promising to bring integrity, professionalism, and excellence to the role.
Political observers view this appointment as a reflection of the growing influence of youth and student leaders in the Nigerian political landscape. By tapping into the expertise of a law student leader, the E-KOH Initiative aims to align its campaign strategies with legal precision and policy-driven advocacy.
"This appointment is not merely a recognition of past efforts; it is a call to greater responsibility," the LASU Law President noted. "By the grace of God, I will discharge this trust with integrity, excellence, and an unrelenting commitment to service. The work continues."