The gubernatorial candidature of Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode received further boost from the diaspora as well-meaning Lagosians and Nigerians alike, gathered in Washington, USA, to rally support for him and also for the Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), General Muhammadu Buhari.

They rally was held in front of the White House, and the supporters hailed the Akinwunmi Ambode and General Muhammadu Buhari as being competent and best fit for Lagos and Nigeria respectively.

In addition, they were all unanimous in their rejection of any postponement of the February elections.