CITIZENS COMPASS—Former Governorship candidate in Lagos State, during the 2023 general elections, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, on Friday, said he would not be intimidated by anybody, group and individuals.
Rhodes-Vivour signified his intention to dump the Labour Party (LP) for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Coalition come Saturday, September 6, 2025..
The former gubernatorial candidate disclosed this on his X Handle on Friday saying he would declare for ADC on Saturday.
Recall that Rhodes-Vivour contested the 2023 elections under the umbrella of the Labour Party in Lagos State.
He said, “I will be declaring for the ADC coalition tomorrow. No amount of police intimidation, sealed venues or harassment will stop this historic event. Lagos belongs to the people, and we will not be silenced.”
He condemned the sealing of a venue of ADC meeting by the Nigeria Police.
“It is truly disappointing that the Lagos APC is abusing state institutions by sealing off the venue where the ADC was scheduled to hold a meeting tomorrow after obtaining the necessary approvals. This is not only an abuse of power, it is a clear attempt to stifle opposition voices in Lagos.
“We understand that the APC is jittery about the momentum the ADC and obidients is building across the state, but deploying state security agencies to frustrate lawful political activities is unacceptable and undemocratic.
“Lagos belongs to all of us, not a select few. And it is our constitutional right to assemble lawfully.
“Let it be clear that no amount of intimidation or harassment will stop us from engaging with the people of Lagos. Our movement is powered by the people, and no barricade or show of force can weaken their resolve for a better Lagos.”
