Social media platforms were abuzz on Thursday after a viral video showed a large crowd of supporters lining up behind Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour during the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship primary election in Lagos State.
The footage, which Rhodes-Vivour personally shared on his official X account on May 22, 2026, captured party members and supporters participating in the direct primary process held across different parts of the state. In the video, a significant number of participants were seen patiently queuing despite rainfall in some locations.
Following the exercise, Rhodes-Vivour expressed appreciation to his supporters for their commitment, discipline, and peaceful conduct throughout the primaries. He also highlighted the orderly nature of the process and commended those who turned out despite challenging weather conditions.
In his post on X, he wrote: “Our work after 2023 has not been in vain. I thank all my supporters that came out despite the rain to conduct peaceful, free and fair direct primaries across Lagos state.”
The former Labour Party governorship candidate also suggested that the turnout reflected sustained political engagement among his supporters since the 2023 general elections, noting their continued participation in party activities and internal democratic processes.
The video quickly sparked widespread reactions online, with users debating its political significance and what it could mean for future electoral contests in Lagos State. Some commentators interpreted the turnout as a sign that Rhodes-Vivour continues to enjoy strong grassroots support, particularly among younger voters and opposition-aligned groups.
One X user noted that the gathering demonstrated ongoing political awareness and interest in alternative leadership within the state, while another suggested that Rhodes-Vivour still maintains a solid base of loyal supporters following his previous electoral performance.
Others praised the discipline and dedication of participants, especially given the unfavourable weather conditions during the exercise. Many commenters also observed that the willingness of supporters to turn out in the rain reflected a high level of political engagement and commitment to the democratic process.
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