The Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate for Lagos State, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has confirmed his participation in the upcoming governorship debate organized for candidates in Lagos. In contrast, the current Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who is seeking re-election under the All Progressives Congress platform, has withdrawn from the debate, citing security concerns. During a press conference held on Saturday, Jandor criticized Sanwo-Olu’s rationale for his withdrawal, stating, “This speaks volumes of Governor Sanwo-Olu as Chief Security Officer of the state, as he cannot guarantee his own safety.” He expressed his concern further, saying, “It just worries me that the Chief Security Officer of a state is saying he is not safe. I am safe and I will go everywhere in Lagos.”
Jandor emphasized the importance of the debate, noting that it is not solely for him or Sanwo-Olu, but for the people of Lagos State. He stated, “I will go because I want the people of Lagos to listen to me and know what I want to offer. This 2023, they wouldn’t come again.” Additionally, Jandor condemned the recent series of attacks on his campaign convoy, urging President Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) and Inspector General of Police Usman Baba to enhance security in the nation as the general elections approach.
His campaign convoy was attacked in the Aguda area of Surulere Local Government Area on Friday, resulting in three injuries. This incident marks the third attack on Jandor’s convoy in just a few days. Previous assaults have occurred in Badagry, Ikorodu, Agege, Kosofe, and Surulere, leaving several of his supporters injured and vehicles damaged.
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