Just in: Rhodes-Vivour joins ADC in Lagos

Speaking shortly after his defection, Rhodes-Vivour said: “We are not holding a political rally but a political meeting, which we have constitutional rights to do. However, we will meet with the Commissioner of Police to know why his men are here and whether they are carrying out their duty of providing us protection or otherwise.”

He stressed that his decision to join ADC was rooted in the need to unite the opposition.

“This coalition is meant to rescue Nigeria. Since the 2023 elections, I have said we cannot afford to divide the opposition ahead of 2027. We must come together through a robust, strong coalition that can deliver Nigeria from those who hold power through thuggery, violence, and intimidation,” he said.

Rhodes-Vivour added that if such practices continue unchecked, governance will remain ineffective, leaving the people without a voice.

“I am happy to become part of this family. My prayer is that God will grant our leaders the wisdom to come together and define a new path for Nigeria,” he concluded.

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ADC Welcomes Rhodes-Vivour

Earlier, the ADC Chairman in Lagos, Mr. George Ashiru, described the defection as a significant step in building a broad-based coalition.

“We are not affirming one man; we are affirming a movement. What Rhodes-Vivour represents is the leadership of a movement that shook Lagos in the last election. The coalition did not start three months ago—it began two years ago, and today we are celebrating it,” Ashiru said.