JUST IN: Jandor withdraws from Lagos 2027 governorship race
One of the aspirants in the 2027 Lagos State governorship race, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor has officially withdrawn from the contest under the platform of the All Progressives
One of the aspirants in the 2027 Lagos State governorship race, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor has officially withdrawn from the contest under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He announced his decision on Thursday while addressing supporters, party leaders, and members of the Lagos4Lagos Movement at Liberty House in Ikeja.
His withdrawal followed the public endorsement of Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat by President Bola Tinubu.
Explaining the decision, Jandor pointed to recent developments within the party.
“Within hours after I purchased my nomination forms, there were developments, including a meeting involving the President and the Deputy Governor. It was subsequently made known that the President had endorsed Dr. Obafemi Hamzat.
“Based on my earlier position that I will align with the direction of the President, I have decided to withdraw from the race,” he said.
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He urged his supporters to remain calm and respect the party’s internal processes, stressing the importance of unity and discipline within the APC.
Adediran added that his withdrawal reflects his commitment to party supremacy and confidence in its internal democratic structure, while reaffirming his loyalty to President Tinubu.
The former aspirant also expressed appreciation to party leaders in Lagos State for their guidance.
His decision comes barely a day after he purchased his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to contest the election.
Meanwhile, Hamzat had earlier obtained his nomination form, reportedly with the backing of the Governance Advisory Council, the apex decision-making body of the APC in Lagos.
