Ex-Lagos PDP assembly candidate defects to NDC, declares Reps bid

A significant political shift has occurred in Lagos State as Hassan Zamani, a former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the Eti-Osa Constituency II House of Assembly, has officially joined the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Zamani's move is not merely a change of party but a declaration of intent to vie for the House of Representatives seat representing the Eti-Osa Federal Constituency in the upcoming general elections.

Zamani articulated that his decision to leave the PDP was driven by a desire to offer "purposeful representation" and to foster a more inclusive political movement capable of addressing the developmental needs of the Eti-Osa Constituency. He described his transition to the NDC as a "bold and necessary step towards rescuing the future of Eti-Osa Constituency 02," emphasizing that the NDC provides a platform for grassroots-driven governance and leadership that is responsive to the people.

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This movement is beyond politics; it is about the people. The people of Eti-Osa deserve leadership that listens, empowers, and delivers real development. Our decision to join the NDC is driven by the vision to build a stronger, more inclusive, and people-oriented political movement.

His defection is bolstered by the alignment of numerous supporters, coordinators, ward mobilisers, and grassroots political structures, signaling a substantial transfer of political capital. Zamani expressed gratitude for his time with the PDP but maintained that the constituency's future necessitates a broader coalition focused on development and effective representation. This move is seen by supporters as a pivotal development, given Zamani's established influence among the youth, women, and community members in Eti-Osa, suggesting a potentially strong challenge in the federal constituency race.

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This decision to leave the party was informed by what he described as the need to provide “purposeful representation” and to build a broader political movement capable of addressing the constituency’s developmental needs.