The 2023 Lagos governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Funso Doherty, has resigned from the party to join the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Doherty disclosed his resignation in a statement on Thursday, noting that recent developments within the ADC had resulted in a division within the coalition, with some leaders moving to the NDC while others remained in the ADC.
“We had hoped that ADC would be the vehicle that would unite the opposition. That is now clearly no longer the case. In these circumstances therefore, we must each individually make a decision as to whether to remain with the ADC or move to the NDC.
“After due consultation, careful deliberation and prayerful reflection, I have joined the NDC. I am convinced that this is the path that will enable us to deliver the benefits of good governance to those to whom they are due – every citizen, without exception,” he stated.
He acknowledged that the battle ahead remains formidable and urged Nigerians to join the NDC on what he described as a turbulent journey towards a brighter future that has long been promised but remained elusive until now.
