Jandor formally joins APC: The Saudi Arabia assembly with GAC members

Dr Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly referred to as Jandor, a former chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Motion, has formally joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Information Company of Nigeria (NAN) recollects that Adediran, who was the PDP’s 2023 Lagos State governorship candidate, defected to the APC in March.

In an announcement issued by his spokesman, Pastor Gbenga Ogunleye, on Thursday in Lagos, Adediran revealed that he was welcomed by the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC), led by Prince Tajudeen Olusi.

“In a big show of unity, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, Jandor, was warmly acquired by the Lagos State GAC Chairman, Prince Tajudeen Olusi; Chief Rabiu Oluwa, Badagry Division Apex Chief of APC and fellow GAC member; Sen. Ganiu Olanrewaju Solomon; and Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro,” Adediran mentioned.

The reception occurred in Saudi Arabia, throughout the Umrah pilgrimage.

“This assembly, held within the sacred metropolis, was a symbolic second for engagement between key Lagos political stakeholders, emphasising the significance of unity,” Adediran added.

He additional said, “This encounter demonstrates our shared dedication to the progress and unity of Lagos State, highlighting the enduring values of collective accountability and synergy to advance the ruling celebration’s imaginative and prescient.”

NAN additionally recollects that Adediran resigned from the PDP on March 3, citing indiscipline and betrayal by celebration leaders.

Adediran, who as soon as led the Lagos4Lagos Motion, was additionally a former APC governorship aspirant. He had defected to the PDP from APC in 2021.