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From Faheem Lawal
The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) gubernatorial candidate for Lagos State, Naheem Balogun, has assured his teeming supporters that his candidacy remains intact, dismissing rumours of another person taking the party’s ticket away from him.
Balogun gave the assurance yesterday while receiving party faithful, including his supporters on his return from a short trip to the United States.
He said he was impressed by the turnouts of supporters, saying their presence was a sort of motivation for him.
He reiterated the need for calm, adding that he remained the duly recognised candidate of the party for the governorship election in 2027.
“I urge all our supporters not to be distracted by rumours and misinformation. You should all remain calm, focused and steadfast. The mandate given to us by party members cannot be taken away through speculation and propaganda.
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“I will continue to protect the interests of our supporters and the NDC faithful. I will not take any decision affecting our collective future without consulting stakeholders across Lagos State. This project belongs to the people, and together, we will determine its direction,” he said. He, however, thanked party members across the state’s for their continued support and sacrifices, describing t heir commitment as the foundation of the movement he represents.
He reassured his supporters that he remains committed to pursuing the matter through legitimate party processes while protecting the interests of those who have stood by him.
The NDC has, in recent weeks, been embroiled in internal tensions over the outcome of its gubernatorial primary election, with competing claims and allegations threatening to deepen divisions within the party.
The NDC chieftain also called on party members to remain united and avoid actions capable of weakening the party ahead of future political contests.
His grassroots influence and the public show of support is also expected to intensify discussions over the party’s next steps as members await clarity on the governorship ticket.
Meanwhile, his return to the country and the huge reception organised by supporters underscores his enduring influence within sections of the NDC grassroots structure in Lagos.
