Former presidential candidate Dele Momodu has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

He announced his defection on Thursday in Benin City, the Edo State capital, while addressing supporters and party members. Momodu explained that his decision was driven by a desire to contribute to the progress of the people rather than any personal political ambition.

Momodu stressed that he is not contesting for any elective position in the state, saying his focus is on promoting the collective interests of the people.

“And I came home for the first time and I coordinated everything, then it took me over 50 years, you won’t believe it, of excruciating hard work and meticulous planning to plant a home from my modest income in Iwe,” he said.

“So today, nobody can say Dele has no roots in Iwe. Today, I am standing before you, my friends, as I humbly reintegrate myself into the political process of my state.”

Addressing speculations about his ambitions, Momodu added, “People have asked me, what do you want? Do you want to be a governor, a senator? No. I just want to promote the best interests of our people.”