Former Lagos governorship candidate Funso Doherty has announced his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Lagos State under the African Democratic Congress, making the declaration on Friday during a party meeting. The announcement was also shared online by a mobilisation group linked to the party.
Doherty, who previously contested the 2023 governorship election, is returning to the ADC after leaving the Peoples Democratic Party, where he had been a member since 2024. His exit from the PDP came after internal issues within the party, including a court decision that affected its leadership structure and deepened divisions among members.
Before his latest move, he had made his resignation from the PDP public toward the end of March, stating that the situation within the party no longer aligned with his political direction. His departure from the party created room for a fresh political path, which has now led him back to the ADC.
The party’s mobilisation wing described him as a strong contender for the Lagos governorship race, pointing to his previous experience and growing political profile. His declaration is coming as political activities gradually begin to build ahead of the 2027 elections, with parties and aspirants positioning themselves across the country.
Doherty’s return to the ADC and his decision to contest again is expected to shape the political conversation in Lagos, especially as different parties begin to prepare for what may become a highly competitive governorship race.