Oba of Lagos Rilwan Akiolu says he’s fully in support of the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, second term bid.
The monarch made this known when he hosted Governorship Candidate of the Labour Party, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, in his Palace on Thursday.
He, however, hailed Rhodes-Vivour for coming out to contest because he has every right to do so.
However, the monarch unequivocally expressed his support for Sanwo-Olu who he projects to win the election on Saturday, March 18.
Akiolu, who prayed for Rhodes-Vivour and wish him well in his future endeavours, maintained that there was nothing wrong with Rhodes-Vivour throwing his hat in the ring.
The monarch said that he has a bright future but this election is not for him to win.
“Please, don’t relent after this contest but I am fully behind Sanwo-Olu,” he told Rhodes-Vivour.
Akiolu commended Sanwo-Olu for the many giant strides he has recorded as governor, noting he became governor as the most difficult time in the state.
“I am not an hero worshipper and gossiper. For Gbadebo, the future is open to you. God will not kill you, there is nothing wrong in you contesting. All of those contesting are my children.
“I pray by the authority in this palace, God should help us to turn the state better. There is no way I can hate the igbos because they are among my best friend.”
The monarch allayed the fears expressed by some residents that there would be violence during the election.
He added: “By the grace of God, there would be no trouble. All the false prophets, I am just looking at them. Everything is in the hands of God and within six months of Tinubu, there would be glaring progress.”
Akiolu implored all residents of the state to come out to vote and be peaceful in performing their rights.
He also noted that the majority of politicians are after personal benefits and not after improving society or serving the people.
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