Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has emerged winner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship primary election in Lagos State, ahead of the 2027 polls.
Rhodes-Vivour polled 12,948 votes to defeat his closest rival, Silas who garnered 6,183 votes in the exercise conducted across the state.
Speaking after he was declared winner in the primary election described by observers as peaceful and transparent, Rhodes-Vivour appreciated party members and supporters for their support.
According to him, the outcome is a collective victory for his political movement that has continued to pursue what he described as accountable leadership and political transformation in Lagos State.
“I want to sincerely thank every supporter who rallied around this movement and came out en masse to vote. This victory belongs to all of us who believe in a better future.
“The work has only just begun. Together, we will continue to build a movement that represents hope, progress and accountable leadership for our people,” he reiterated.
Reacting to reports suggesting he had lost the party’s ticket, Rhodes-Vivour dismissed the claims and criticised what he described as speculative narratives.
Responding to critics questioning his political strength, he insisted that his support base remained intact despite attempts to undermine his victory.
Quoting comedian Dave Chappelle, Rhodes-Vivour said: “When a hero stumbles, cowards rejoice. Nothing feels better to a coward than to watch a brave guy fall.”
