The 2023 governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party in Lagos State, Dr Abdul-Azeez Adediran aka Jandor, has lastly returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Addressing a information convention in Ikeja, Lagos, he stated his earlier exit from the ruling get together might be likened to a Yoruba adage about studying from totally different conditions.
“Our story within the PDP was a case of working with perennial political saboteurs however now we have resolved to like our future far more than we hate our previous.
“After intensive consultations with household, political associates, elder statesmen, supporters, and well-meaning Lagosians who share our imaginative and prescient for a larger and extra affluent Lagos, and in figuring out that the first cause a political get together exists is to win elections and finally type the federal government to contribute to the welfare, safety and whole growth of the individuals, we want to formally announce that now we have determined to be part of a political get together that considers successful for its members as high precedence, not minding who’s on the poll.
“We have determined to return to the All Progressives Congress. Before you might be fast to remind me of the explanations upon which we left APC in the primary place, let me reply with a common Yoruba adage that claims if a lady has not tried two husbands, she most likely wouldn’t know which is best.
“In APC, now we have a pacesetter, even in case you fault his choice decisions, you may’t fault his need to at all times win for his get together to the advantage of all members, followers and the state.
“While in Lagos PDP, you’ve got a pacesetter that can, at each election cycle work towards his personal get together, and willfully sprint the hopes of many get together members and followers. We have chosen the higher different.
“Our return to the APC is not a decision made lightly. It is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to the progress of Lagos State and our belief that unity among progressives is essential to achieving the collective aspirations of our people,” Adediran stated.
He acknowledged the efforts of President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, in persuading him to rejoin the APC.
Adediran additionally stated: “Let me once more prolong our honest gratitude to the President and the Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who acknowledged our modest contributions to democracy and nation constructing.
“I need to additionally acknowledge the relentless efforts of the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila, who has been on our case for over one yr to return ‘home’, and be part of fingers with Mr. President.
“Upon hearing the news of my resignation from the PDP, the President’s son, Mr. Seyi Tinubu immediately put a call across to say “Egbon, this is the time to come back home.” Prior to that point, Seyi had exhibited the learnings he has had from the perfect and reached out, asking for help for the administration of his father, the President. What extra can a father ask for.”
He assured his supporters that the transfer was in Lagos’ finest curiosity and urged them to be part of him in the brand new political chapter.
“We remain committed to the values of service, integrity, and progress. Together, we will continue to champion the cause of a better Lagos for present and future generations.”