Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (JANDOR), the 2023 Lagos PDP gubernatorial candidate, has resigned from the party, citing internal betrayal during the election. He accused PDP leaders of undermining his campaign. While undecided on his next political move, his departure raises questions about PDP’s future in Lagos ahead of 2027.
Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, has officially resigned from the People's Democratic Party (PDP), marking a significant shift in Lagos State's political landscape. The 2023 governorship candidate announced his decision at a press conference in Ikeja, citing internal sabotage as a key reason for his departure.
JANDOR stated that after deep reflection and consultations with his supporters and political allies, he concluded that remaining in PDP was no longer in the best interest of his vision for Lagos. He accused certain party leaders of working against him in the last election, even openly supporting candidates from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). According to him, this betrayal weakened PDP’s chances and solidified the APC’s hold on the state.
While he has yet to disclose his next political move, JANDOR assured his supporters that he would engage with stakeholders to determine the best platform to continue his political journey. His exit raises questions about the future of PDP in Lagos, which has struggled to gain electoral traction. The move also fuels speculation about potential alignments ahead of the 2027 elections.
Political analysts suggest that JANDOR’s departure could either signal the collapse of PDP’s presence in Lagos or the beginning of a new opposition force, depending on his next steps. For now, Lagosians and the broader political community watch closely to see where the former PDP candidate lands in the evolving political landscape.
