The Digest:
Dr Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has withdrawn from the 2027 Lagos governorship race under the All Progressives Congress (APC). His decision comes days after President Bola Tinubu endorsed Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat as the party's consensus candidate. Jandor said: "Based on my earlier position that I will align with the direction of the President, I have decided to withdraw from the race."
Key Points:
- Jandor purchased his nomination forms before the president's endorsement.
- He addressed party leaders and supporters at Liberty House in Ikeja.
- He had previously called for a competitive primary election.
- Jandor defected from the PDP to the APC last year.
- Hamzat is now the clear frontrunner for the APC ticket.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
