Lagos Assembly: NURTW rallies support for Kwam 1’s daughter

The Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Mustapha Adekunle, popularly known as Sego, has publicly endorsed Damilola Ayinde Marshal, daughter of Fuji music icon Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as KWAM 1, for the Lagos State House of Assembly.

The endorsement came during a political consultation meeting ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries for the 2027 elections.

In a short video shared on Damilola’s Snapchat handle on Wednesday, the aspirant was seen presenting customised campaign caps to Sego and some supporters during the gathering.

Speaking in the video, Sego urged APC members and residents of Surulere to support Damilola’s ambition to represent Surulere Constituency II at the Lagos State House of Assembly.

He said, “When it is time for the primary election, everybody should come out in large numbers and vote for Dami, Omo Anifowose.

She is the only person capable of doing the job. The development of Surulere is our collective responsibility, and this is our time.”

The endorsement is seen as a major boost for Damilola’s growing political ambition, especially given the influence of the Lagos NURTW within grassroots politics in the state.

Damilola, a lawyer and Senior Special Assistant to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, recently declared her intention to contest the assembly seat under the platform of the APC.

Announcing her ambition through an Instagram post, she said she was fully prepared to offer quality representation and contribute meaningfully to the development of her constituency.

“I am excited to officially announce that I, Barrister Damilola Ayinde Marshal, am stepping forward to serve the good people of Surulere Constituency II at the Lagos State House of Assembly,” she wrote.

She added that her educational background, legal experience and exposure in public service had equipped her with the knowledge needed for effective leadership.

“I am a woman of excellence and results. I am ready to serve and lead. With my background and experience, I am fully prepared to fight for what truly matters. I also promise to be a strong voice for young people in the House,” she stated.

Damilola further described herself as part of a new generation of leaders committed to youth inclusion, community development and responsive governance.

According to her, many young people in Surulere desire fresh ideas and energetic leadership, which motivated her decision to join the race.

“As a young woman, I strongly believe this is what my people need at this moment, and that is why I decided to step forward,” she added.

Political observers say her declaration has continued to attract attention within APC circles in Lagos, especially because of her connection to KWAM 1, one of Nigeria’s most influential Fuji musicians with a strong fan base across the South-West.

If elected, Damilola is expected to replace the current lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency II, Mosunmola Rotimi Sangodara, who currently occupies the seat under the APC platform.