Don’t feel sad, Agbaje comforts supporters

The Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Lagos State, Jimi Agbaje, has urged his supporters not to feel sad that he lost the April 11 election.He said they should rather feel proud of their decision and continue to work towards the development of Lagos State.Agbaje said this in a message posted on his official Facebook page.

He said, “To my fellow Lagosians, especially those who stood by our campaign every step of the way, I want to thank you. The passion that you have brought into this democratic process and your participation has not been in vain. On the contrary, because you have made your voices heard in this election, in the final analysis, win or lose, our dear state will be the better for it.

“To my team – my friends, my supporters, donors and volunteers- your extraordinary work over the last four months gave us more than a fighting chance. Your intellect, passion and motivation kept the engines running. I sincerely thank you for all the long hours, sleepless nights and immense sacrifice that you have all made towards this cause.

“Not minding the outcome of the elections, I can guarantee that your contribution to this campaign has helped expand the wider narrative of democracy and good governance in Lagos. You can hold your heads high knowing that you have all done a great job as citizens of this great state and country.”

Agbaje, who reminded his supporters that he had called to congratulate the governor-elect, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, urged his supporters to remain law abiding as the peace of the state was paramount.

The PDP candidate said he would never contest the governorship seat again and that he was optimistic of the potential of Lagos.