Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Lagos State governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has outlined a comprehensive plan to address the state’s persistent flooding and housing crises ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Sunday during a debate organized by the Nigeria Debate Consortium in Lagos, Rhodes-Vivour proposed the introduction of technology-driven policies designed to enhance resident safety and expand access to affordable housing.
The ADC candidate pledged that his administration would deliver more than 100,000 new housing units, ensuring they are accessible to residents across various income levels. He emphasized that these initiatives are intended to make Lagos cleaner, safer, and more affordable while directly tackling the environmental challenges affecting communities throughout the state.
“We want a cleaner Lagos. We want a safer Lagos. We want a more affordable Lagos, and we want a Lagos that works for everybody, not just the privileged few,” Rhodes-Vivour stated. He argued that his proposed policies would create a safer living environment and ensure that flooding no longer remains a recurring problem for residents.
Rhodes-Vivour also directed sharp criticism at the current All Progressives Congress (APC)-led government, accusing it of prioritizing the interests of the elite over the needs of ordinary residents, particularly those in rural communities. He noted that despite Lagos State recording high internally generated revenue, many residents have yet to experience the benefits of this economic activity.
Blaming two decades of what he described as poor governance for the state’s current difficulties, Rhodes-Vivour said, “All of us are experiencing the damage that has come from bad governance that has been endemic in this state for the last 20 years.” He added that his vision is to build a Lagos that serves the interests of all residents rather than a privileged few.
<small>Source: The Sun Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
