Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour's Controversial Tribute at Lekki Toll Gate

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), visited the Lekki Toll Gate on October 20, 2026, to mark the sixth anniversary of the shooting that occurred there. During his visit, he shared footage of himself paying respects to the victims and expressing solidarity with their families.

In his statement, Rhodes-Vivour connected the events of that day to the current state of policing in Lagos, citing the disruption of his own party declaration by police as evidence of a broken system. However, instead of receiving support for his tribute, Rhodes-Vivour faced significant public criticism.

Many social media users questioned the timing of his visit, suggesting that it was calculated to coincide with the upcoming Lagos governorship election rather than being a genuine act of remembrance. This skepticism was reflected in various online comments, where users pointed out his lack of similar gestures in previous years.