The former Labour Party governorship candidate in the 2023 election in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has formally defected to the African Democratic Congress. He recently described the move as part of a broader coalition, and Nigerians have been reacting.
Speaking at an event held in Lagos State, Gbadebo revealed that he is very happy to be part of the ADC family.
According to him, he is looking forward to the proper governance that the coalition has to offer the people, and he prays that God will lead its leaders on the right path.
He then hailed the party’s structure, stating that Nigerians are looking up to the ADC to usher in a new era in 2027.
“I am happy to become part of this family. I’m looking forward to the union and governance that this party will bring to Nigerians. My prayer is that God will grant our leaders and the party’s structure the wisdom to come together and define a new path for our beloved country,” he said.
Calling for unity among opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, Gbadebo stressed that the ADC has what it takes to rescue Nigerians if given the chance to rule.
He concluded by saying that the coalition cannot afford to be divided ahead of the forthcoming elections.
“This is a coalition that is meant to rescue Nigeria. I have said since after the 2023 elections that we cannot afford to divide the opposition going into the next election. We must come together, united through a robust coalition that will stand a chance in 2027 to deliver this country,” he added.
