Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Lagos state, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has opened up on why he chose actress/producer, Funke Akindele was chosen as his running mate.

In a statement shared on Twitter on Tuesday, Jandor pointed out that Funke Akindele will add more to his candidacy in the 2023 general elections.

He said: “I appeal to the entire populace to work with me and my running mate, who will add more value to my candidacy. My choice of running mate is from the clear understanding of the task ahead and the need to work with a co-visionary with shared passion for the emancipation of the good.

“People of Lagos, this journey demands focus, resilience and tenacity. My running mate is someone who is large-hearted with a well-known history of service and advocacy. An Ikorodu-born success story who has, through several of her projects, positively transformed our society.”

On her part, Funke Akindele said she was chosen to help liberate and improve the welfare of the people which cannot be ignored.

She also promised to work tirelessly and compliment Jandor’s burning desire to see Lagos State live up to its full potential.