Alhaji Hamzat's Legacy: A Political Dream for His Sons

Alhaji Olatunji Muftau Hamzat, a prominent politician in Lagos and father of Deputy Governor Kadiri Obafemi Hamzat, had a long-standing wish for one of his children to follow in his political footsteps. He often discussed this aspiration with a reporter over a decade, emphasizing the importance of family unity after his passing.

While he appreciated Femi's achievements in the United States, he did not see him as the successor; instead, he believed his late son Bosun was more suited for a political career. Alhaji Hamzat had other children, including Ganiyu, who is a commissioner in Ogun State, and Usman, who serves as a council chairman in Lagos.

Alhaji Hamzat's legacy is reflected in his children's current roles, with Femi positioned as a potential future governor of Lagos. His commitment to education was evident as he pursued a Diploma in Journalism at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism in his later years.