Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour Joins ADC, Blasts Police Over Sealed Party Meeting Venue

Former Lagos Star governship candidate under Labour Party Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour says opposition must unite ahead of 2027, joins ADC.

The 2023 Labour Party governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, on Saturday formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing it as a strong coalition to rescue Nigeria ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking after his defection, Rhodes-Vivour condemned the police sealing of the ADC’s meeting venue, insisting that political gatherings are constitutional rights.

He said his move was motivated by the need for opposition unity:

“This coalition is meant to rescue Nigeria. We cannot afford to divide the opposition ahead of 2027. We must come together to deliver Nigeria from those who hold power through violence and intimidation.”

ADC Chairman in Lagos, George Ashiru, described the defection as “a movement, not just a political step,” while former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, represented at the event, hailed the ADC as a people-driven platform.