Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour (GRV), the governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Lagos State, confidently stated that he can defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming 2027 election without relying on the political support of former Labour Party presidential contender, Peter Obi, or the Obidient movement.
During an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Rhodes-Vivour mentioned that his political influence has significantly increased since the 2023 elections.
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He emphasized that years of dedicated grassroots outreach and engagement in the community have strengthened his position for the next governorship race.
He also highlighted that his political network has broadened throughout Lagos by consistently interacting with residents and advocating for issues that matter to them.
“Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour in 2023 is not the same as he will be in 2026. We’ve been actively working and establishing ourselves within the communities; we’ve really become part of them. Our focus is on representing the people,” he stated.
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Rhodes-Vivour recognized the influence of Peter Obi’s popularity during the 2023 general elections but asserted that his political movement has now developed into a distinct force that can successfully compete for the governorship under the ADC platform.
He pointed out that his frequent visits to communities affected by demolitions and other government actions have helped build trust in his leadership, as he has consistently engaged with residents and offered alternative solutions to their issues.
The former Labour Party candidate addressed rumors of a rift between him and Obi, calling the former presidential candidate “a fantastic candidate,” and affirmed that their relationship remains friendly, even though they belong to different political parties.
