Lagos ADC welcomes Rhodes-Vivour
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Lagos State on Saturday formally welcomed Labour Party 2023 governorship candidate, Mr Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, into its fold, describing his defection as a milestone in the party’s coalition-building agenda ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The event, which held in Alimosho Local Government Area of the state, was attended by party leaders, supporters, and political stakeholders who hailed the move as a step toward unifying the opposition in Lagos and beyond.
In his welcome address, the Lagos ADC Chairman, Mr. George Ashiru, said Rhodes-Vivour’s entry into the party was not merely about an individual but about strengthening a growing political movement.
“We are not affirming one man; we are affirming a movement. What Rhodes-Vivour represents is the leadership of a movement that shook Lagos in the last election. The coalition did not start three months ago, it began two years ago, and today we are celebrating it,” Ashiru declared.
He added that ADC’s vision was to promote inclusivity and opportunities for all residents, saying: “Our goal is to build a global Lagos, a Lagos for everybody, where citizens and their children can find opportunities for the future.”
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar also sent a message of solidarity to the ADC family.
Represented at the event by Professor Ola Olateju, Atiku commended the coalition-building drive, describing the ADC as more than just another political party.
“ADC is not just a political party; it is a movement of the people. With this philosophy, anybody can become anything irrespective of ethnic group, religion, or class,” Atiku’s message read.
Lagos ADC welcomes Rhodes-Vivour
