It was a moment of energy, colour and conviction as members and supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) gathered in Lagos to welcome former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola. The atmosphere was charged with enthusiasm as he arrived Lagos State.
Addressing the crowd, Aregbesola expressed deep gratitude to those who came out to receive him. “I sincerely thank our supporters and members of the ADC who came out to receive me on my arrival in Lagos,” he said, standing shoulder to shoulder with party loyalists waving banners and wearing branded orange caps.
Speaking to the crowd, he noted that Nigeria is hurting and the people deserve answers – not insults.
“We don’t need to fight or attack anyone,“ Aregbesola told the crowd. “When they insult us, ask them one simple question: Are Nigerians better off today than they were before?”
This question, according to him, is the foundation of the ADC’s political strategy. Rather than waste time on drama or personal attacks, he urged his supporters to stick to facts — about rising food prices, job losses, inflation, insecurity, and the shrinking economy. He insisted that real change would only come when Nigerians begin to focus on issues, not personalities.
Aregbesola explained why he chose to align with the African Democratic Congress. To him, the ADC offers a credible alternative — a platform built on people-focused policies and sustainable solutions.
“We must articulate our position clearly and confidently,” he said. “The task before us is immense, but together, we can do it.”
Supporters held up banners from the ADC Lagos Kosofe chapter and other grassroots groups from across Nigeria, all echoing the call for something new. From the elderly to the youth, it was clear that the party is slowly building momentum at the community level.
