Mr David-Kolawole Vaughan, also known as DAKOVA, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial candidate for Lagos Central, has pledged to make a significant impact if elected, stating he will not be a lame-duck senator.
Vaughan, a former two-term National Ex-Officio member of the PDP and party chieftain in Lagos, gave the assurance in an interview in Lagos on Thursday.
The candidate stated he would actively advocate for policies, programmes, and federal projects that address the challenges facing residents of the senatorial district.
“If elected, I will coordinate development and advocate for initiatives that benefit Lagos, especially federal constituency projects.
I will attract projects that benefit the people. Lagos residents face challenges in health, education, infrastructure, and other areas.
I will support any initiative that benefits Nigeria. I am committed to making a meaningful difference and will not be a lame-duck senator.
“I will be a strong advocate for issues that will improve the country,” he said. Vaughan identified education, healthcare, and infrastructure as priority areas, and pledged to support initiatives that improve residents’ welfare.
He said that his personal reputation, integrity, and longstanding connection with Lagos would give him an advantage in the 2027 general election.
He noted that voters are now more interested in individual candidates than political parties, and said he was confident his credibility would attract support throughout the district.
“I think people are going to vote for individuals now, not necessarily political parties.
“They know the PDP, and if the party presents a candidate with a strong reputation, like myself, the choice becomes easier. I have maintained my integrity at all times. People will recognise the difference,” he said. When asked why residents should elect him to represent Lagos Central, Vaughan stated that his integrity and accessibility set him apart from other candidates.
He described himself as a Lagos indigene, noting his family’s longstanding roots in the state. The candidate said his professional accomplishments and personal principles are well known, especially among residents of Lagos Mainland, Lagos Island, Apapa, Surulere, and Eti-Osa, which make up the Lagos Central Senatorial District. Regarding the PDP national leadership’s support for the All Progressives Congress (APC), Vaughan stated that his senatorial ambition is independent of these considerations.s Vaughan expressed confidence in his electoral prospects, predicting a surprising outcome in the senatorial election. He emphasised that his political strength and support base may not be immediately apparent to observers. Very, very high. You cannot always.
ways see. My chances are very high. You cannot always see what is happening in another camp during an election. You will see something surprising in Lagos Central. People will be amazed,” he said.
