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Igbo communities in Lagos endorse PDP candidate, Jandor

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The Igbo Communities in Lagos State have endorsed the candidacy of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governorship Candidate, Dr. Olajide Adediran and his running mate, Ms. Funke Akindele for the Governorship and House of Assembly elections, scheduled for Saturday, March 11, 2023.

The endorsement event, titled “the Igbo Communities in Lagos Official Endorsement of Dr Abdul-Azeez Adediran (aka Jandor), the Ozoigbondu of Lagos State,” took place in the Oshodi-Isolo area of the state, barely seven days before the election. Speaking on behalf of the council and the Igbo Communities in Lagos, Eze Nwosu, the Eze NdIgbo, Ikorodu North, affirmed the support of the Igbos for Adediran.

Adediran expressed his confidence that with the people’s support, the state would celebrate freedom by March 11, describing his Governorship battle as the “Lord’s battle.” Adediran promised to provide a conducive environment for ease of doing business for the Igbos, adding that he would run the government with them.

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Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi is a journalist, political analyst, and digital strategist with experience across Africa and the Middle East. He focuses on international diplomacy, promotes digital inclusion, and advocates for a borderless Africa.

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