The lawmakers said the endorsement of Mr Adeleke was based on his performance in infrastructure development, workers’ welfare, healthcare, and education.
He said the projects would elevate the quality of training, research, innovation and healthcare delivery.
Mr Adeleke resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on December 2.
The video of the moment has sparked controversy on social media since it went viral.
Mr Adeleke announced his resignation from the party on Tuesday.
Mr Alimi said the governor would announce his next political party before the December 13 deadline set by the INEC for the conduct of party primaries.
Mr Lukman also said that despite the paucity of funds, the governor executed various projects and also performed well in other sectors.
Lagos, Ogun, and Oyo officially recognise August 20 as Isese Day, often declaring it a work-free day for public servants.
His successor, Gboyega Oyetola, inherited the backlog of arrears and spent a significant part of his administration addressing the wage liabilities.
Mr Adeleke’s absence raised speculation over his potential defection from the PDP to the APC after he met with President Bola Tinubu.
