Funso Doherty, a former governorship candidate of the Action Democratic Congress (ADC) in Lagos, has joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In a statement on Monday, Doherty said he joined the PDP to
present a united front to unseat the All Progressives Congress (APC) that is
ruling the state.
“After extensive consultations, it is with humility and
great expectations for Lagos State’s future that I announce that I have joined
the People’s Democratic Party (PDP),” the statement reads.
“This phase of our journey stems from our belief that Lagos
needs a strong, credible alternative to the exclusionary and extractive
governance model that has dominated since 1999.
“Despite trillions of
Naira spent over a generation, Lagos State still lacks fundamental services:
public water supply, reliable and affordable power, quality public education
and healthcare, mass housing, robust mass transit, and basic public law and order.
“The government’s actions also have alarming implications
for climate risks like flooding. We believe it is time to present a united
front against the current entitled, insensitive, and self-serving leadership
that celebrates the unacceptable status quo.
“Our goal is to deliver effective, inclusive, and
accountable governance for the people of Lagos.
“With its national presence, institutional structure, and
broad recognition, the PDP offers the best platform to challenge the status quo
in Lagos State.
“With the right candidates, we can build a successful
movement. This decision was made after extensive consultations and
consideration of your views.
“I am deeply grateful to all who provided comments and
advice. We recognize the challenges ahead, including intra-party differences
that must be navigated and managed.
“We are committed to working with others to bring solutions.
Every party faces internal differences and challenges. This is the nature of
political parties.
“I invite you to join
us in creating a new era of inclusive governance and broad- based,
people-driven prosperity in Lagos State.”
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