Prominent Lagos politician, Funso Doherty, has accepted the nomination of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as its candidate for the state’s governorship election in 2027.

In an acceptance letter shared on his official X account on Friday, Doherty stressed humility, gratitude to the party, and a vision for inclusive leadership.

Attached images on his X post show him holding an NDC 2026 gubernatorial nomination form and a campaign poster declaring him the NDC flag bearer with the Yoruba slogan, “Ó TI YÁ”, meaning it is time for change.

“With profound humility, gratitude, and a clear sense of purpose, I accept our party’s nomination to serve as its candidate for Governor of Lagos State in 2027,” Doherty wrote.

“I am deeply grateful for the confidence our great party has placed in me and for our shared belief that Lagos deserves much better—inclusive leadership that works for everyone.

“The real work begins now. Together, we will build the Lagos that we know is possible. My friends, it’s time – O TI Ya!”

Last month, Doherty dumped the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the NDC, weeks after dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ADC.

According to him, the ADC is currently facing a development that has led to a division of the opposition coalition with some leaders moving to the NDC and some remaining in the ADC.

Doherty said he had hoped that the ADC would be the vehicle that would unite the opposition, adding that since that is no longer the case, “we must each individually make a decision as to whether to remain with the ADC or move to the NDC.”

Announcing his membership of the NDC, Doherty stated that he joined the party after due consultation, careful deliberation and prayerful reflection.

He described the NDC as the path that will enable the opposition to deliver the benefits of good governance to those to whom they are due – every citizen, without exception.

“The battle ahead remains formidable, but I invite you to join us on this exciting, though sometimes turbulent, journey to a brighter future that has been long-promised and that has so far proven elusive, but that is, by the grace of God, now imminent,” Doherty said.