Former Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran, widely known as Jandor, has officially rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC). His decision, he stated, was driven by internal crises and a lack of discipline within the PDP.

At a press conference on Monday, Jandor revealed that his return followed extensive consultations with his family, political associates, elder statesmen, and supporters.

“Our story in the PDP was a case of working with perennial political saboteurs, but we have resolved to love our future much more than we hate our past,” he declared.

Emphasizing the primary purpose of a political party—to win elections and form a government that serves the people—Jandor noted that the APC aligns better with this goal.

“We have decided to join a political party that considers winning for its members as a top priority, not minding who is on the ballot. We have decided to return to the All Progressives Congress,” he announced.

Addressing concerns about his previous exit from the APC, he referenced a Yoruba adage: “If a woman has not tried two husbands, she probably would not know which is better.”

Jandor also contrasted the leadership styles in both parties, stressing a key difference.

“In APC, we have a leader. Even if you fault his selection choices, you can’t fault his desire to always win for his party to the benefit of all members and the state,” he said.

“In Lagos PDP, you have a leader who, at every election cycle, works against his own party and willfully dashes the hopes of many party members. We have chosen the better alternative.”

He described his return to the APC as a strategic move for Lagos State’s progress and a step toward a more united political front.

“Our return to the APC is not a decision made lightly. It is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to the progress of Lagos State and our belief that unity among progressives is essential to achieving the collective aspirations of our people,” he concluded.