The Labour Party (LP) deputy governorship candidate in Lagos State, Islamiyat Oyefusi, has tendered her resignation from the party.
Oyefusi, who ran alongside Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour in the 2023 governorship election, announced her decision in a letter dated February 22, 2024.
Addressed to the chairman of the party in Isele 1 ward, Ikorodu area of the state, the letter cited her inability to align with the party’s current values as the reason for her departure.
Expressing her gratitude to her team and supporters across Lagos State and Nigeria for their efforts during the 2023 general election, Oyefusi acknowledged the challenging terrain of politics.
She stated, “I can no longer see myself aligning with the current values of the Labour Party or as a member of the Labour Party, and the time has come for me to move forward.
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This letter is to hereby officially notify you of my resignation from the Labour Party.”
Reflecting on her political journey over the past 10 months, Oyefusi expressed appreciation to Almighty God for her health and endurance.
She extended her deepest gratitude to her team and supporters, recognizing their hard work and dedication during the election campaign.
She also thanked the ObiDatti family and NCF for their immense support, describing it as an honor and privilege to have embarked on the journey with them.
