The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Lagos State governorship candidate, Olajide Adediran, has given reason for the party’s choice of actress Funke Akindele, as his running mate.

Adediran noted that, the actress will add more value to his candidacy in the 2023 general elections.

He made this known in a Twitter thread on Tuesday, where he confirmed Akindele’s deputy governorship candidacy.

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 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.

“I am proud to present Barrister, Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele, as my running mate and the Deputy Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party in Lagos for the 2023 general elections.

“Together, we will serve and offer you a breath of fresh air.”

While confirming her candidacy, Akindele noted that she is suspending her acting career to take on her new assignment.