The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Lagos State election, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has announced the passing of his mother, Nkechi Stella Rhodes-Vivour (née Waboso).
He made this known in a statement shared on his official X account.
The statement, signed on behalf of the family by Olawale Rhodes-Vivour, described the deceased as a loving wife, devoted mother and grandmother whose life was marked by compassion and selflessness.
“With sadness in our hearts and gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the call to glory of Nkechi Stella Rhodes-Vivour (née Waboso). A loving wife, devoted mother and grandmother. The epitome of love,” the statement read.
The family said her passing had left a deep void and prayed for the peaceful repose of her soul.
“She will be sorely missed. May her beautiful soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement added.
The family also disclosed that details of her funeral arrangements would be communicated at a later date.
Rhodes-Vivour contested the 2023 Lagos State governorship election on the platform of the Labour Party before joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC), where he secured the party’s ticket for the 2027 governorship election in May 2026.