PDP's Adeoye Enters Lagos Guber Race for 2027 Election

Princ Adelaja Adeoye, a chieftain of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has officially announced his candidacy for the 2027 governorship election in Lagos State. In his statement, Adeoye emphasized the need to challenge the entrenched political order and to help restore the PDP's credibility as a viable alternative in Lagos politics.

He described his decision as a courageous step forward, driven by the necessity to provide Lagosians with a credible choice in governance. Adeoye, who is a media strategist and real estate entrepreneur, highlighted ongoing discussions within the party regarding zoning arrangements for the upcoming elections, which he believes could be a game changer for the PDP.

He expressed a commitment to rebuilding the party after previous electoral setbacks and aims to inspire public confidence through credible leadership and reform. Adeoye's candidacy represents a bold challenge to the current political structure in Lagos, which he argues has long been dominated by a predictable script of anointed successors.