Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Lagos State Governorship Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has emphasized the need for a vibrant opposition in Nigeria to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). He made this statement during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme, where he also addressed the internal crisis within the Labour Party ¹.Rhodes-Vivour likened the crisis to sibling rivalry, highlighting that the disagreements remain civil and do not involve violent clashes or destruction of party property. He expressed gratitude towards Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, for continuing to speak out against the government despite the election outcome.The former governorship candidate also voiced his disappointment with opposition lawmakers in the National Assembly, contrasting their performance with that of the Bukola Saraki Senate, which effectively held the government accountable. When asked if he believed the current Senate was a rubber-stamp institution, Rhodes-Vivour unequivocally agreed ¹.Rhodes-Vivour further emphasized the importance of a strong opposition, stating that Nigeria deserves better than the current state of governance. He expressed his intention to run for governor again in 2027, but noted that his primary focus is on strengthening the Labour Party.The Labour Party candidate stressed that the 2027 elections would be futile if opposition parties fail to merge, citing the need for a unified front against the APC. He emphasized that his immediate task is to build a strong Labour Party, which would serve as a foundation for a more effective opposition.
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