The deputy governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, has refuted the claim that he renounced his Nigerian citizenship.

Last week, it was reported that an immigration lawyer in the United States testified at the Lagos Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, alleging that Hamzat took an oath of allegiance in the US to renounce his Nigerian citizenship.

However, Hamzat’s media office has stated that the reports circulating are not an accurate representation of the tribunal proceedings.

The witness presented two blank documents related to US naturalization and allegiance, but she was unable to produce the actual documents or provide specific details regarding Hamzat’s application or oath.

The witness admitted that the American constitution recognizes dual citizenship and confirmed that she entered Nigeria using her Nigerian passport.

Hamzat’s media office urged the public to disregard the false information, emphasizing that the witness’s testimony is being challenged.

The final judgment of the tribunal will determine the admissibility and credibility of the witness’s testimony.