Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor), the PDP 2023 gubernatorial candidate in Lagos State, has extended congratulations to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on his triumph at the Supreme Court last Friday.
Adediran, expressing disappointment with the court’s dismissal of his appeal, conveyed a personal message to Lagos residents, emphasizing the need to embrace a ceasefire and move forward despite the setback.
“I also use this opportunity to congratulate Sanwo Olu. I wish him a peaceful, development and people-focused tenure,” Adediran said.
The PDP candidate expressed gratitude to both the people and the party for the opportunity to present himself as a gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 election, showcasing his willingness to serve as the state’s governor.
“We have expressed our reservation on the conduct and the outcome of the election.
“This, we did, by taking advantage of the provisions of the constitution and the electoral law to file petition at the election tribunal through to the Appeal court and finally, the Supreme Court.”
“This is not the outcome we envisaged or worked so hard for.
“But I am very proud of the values we share and the vision we hold for our dear state. And for the very robust, vast, diverse, people-centered and rural-network campaign that we built and executed together.
“I know how disappointed you are with the outcomes of the election because I feel it too.
“The frustration, intimidation, and betrayals but our disappointment must be overcome by our love for our dear state,” Adediran said.
He emphasized that with the conclusion of the election and the exhaustion of all avenues to address electoral concerns, it is crucial for everyone to declare a ceasefire.
“We need to let the declared winner govern on the basis of his vision for the development of our state.
“Let the electorate be the judge of their performance.
“This will not in any way, deter me from continuing to contribute my quota to the development of our dear state and toward achieving the desired economic emancipation and a breath of fresh air in governance for our people.
“I appreciate you all for your faith and trust in me. I thank our party faithful and all lovers of Lagos PDP for their dedication and hard work during and after the elections.
“I urge you not to relent in your support for our quest for a greater Lagos .
Paparazzi Press notes that Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour from LP and Abdul-Azeez Adediran (Jandor) from PDP had taken their case to the Supreme Court, contesting Governor Sanwo-Olu’s win in the election.
