Lagos is a state built on diversity, a thriving blend of people, cultures, languages, and aspirations. From the industrious traders of Idumota to the creative entrepreneurs of Ikeja and the resilient communities of Badagry, Lagos represents the spirit of unity that defines Nigeria itself. Yet, the true potential of this great state can only be realized when every community, regardless of origin, feels included and empowered to contribute.
This is where the African Democratic Congress (ADC) stands out as a party of vision, inclusion, and integrity. The ADC believes that leadership must reflect the people it serves, diverse, fair, and forward looking. Ours is a political movement that places people above partisanship and inclusiveness above exclusion.
The ADC in Lagos has taken deliberate steps to build structures that reflect this commitment. Through innovative platforms like the Lagos State ADC Inclusiveness in Diversity Forum (Non-Yoruba Speaking), the party has created space for all residents irrespective of ethnic background to participate fully in political, economic, and social processes. This initiative embodies the ADC philosophy that governance works best when every voice is heard and every group has a seat at the table.
Inclusiveness, for us in the ADC, is not just a slogan, it is a strategy for sustainable peace and progress. We recognize that Lagos’s strength lies in its ability to unite people from all walks of life behind a common purpose, to make the state a model of good governance, equity, and opportunity.
The ADC leadership in Lagos is therefore committed to building a broad based political family that mirrors the true diversity of the state. Our goal is to restore trust in governance, empower communities, and ensure that political participation becomes a shared responsibility, not a privilege of a few.
Under the guiding philosophy of the African Democratic Congress, we are charting a new course where competence replaces favoritism, where service replaces selfishness, and where unity replaces division. This is the political future we envision. A Lagos where everyone, regardless of origin, finds a sense of belonging and a reason to contribute.
As we continue to build this inclusive political foundation, we invite all Lagosians, Yoruba and non-Yoruba alike, to join hands with the ADC in shaping a new chapter for our state and nation. Together, we can prove that diversity, when harnessed with sincerity and vision, is not a weakness but a formidable strength.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) remains committed to building bridges across communities, promoting unity in diversity, and leading the path toward a more inclusive and prosperous Lagos State.
Hon. (Alhaji) Rahman Owokoniran
ADC Media Network 2.0
