Tinubu Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Victory, Says Election Reflects Will of the People

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election in the just-concluded governorship election.

Tinubu said Adeleke’s victory reflected the choice of Osun voters and described the outcome as a positive sign for the continued growth of democracy in Nigeria.

The President disclosed that he personally called Adeleke earlier on Sunday to congratulate him on his victory.

According to Tinubu, the result demonstrated the confidence Osun residents placed in the governor and expressed hope that Adeleke would use his second term to unite the people of the state.

“I wish him great success as he prepares to lead the state for the next four years,” Tinubu said.

The President urged Adeleke to reach out to residents across political divides and work towards the growth, stability and social and economic development of Osun State, regardless of how they voted during the election.

Tinubu also commended the other candidates who participated in the election, praising what he described as their courage and discipline throughout the electoral contest.

He said the participation of the various candidates contributed to Nigeria’s democratic culture and that the outcome of the election represented the will of the people.

“The outcome of the election reflects the will of the people and is a fitting assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in our land,” the President said.

Tinubu also praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the security agencies for what he described as a peaceful and transparent election that produced a clear winner.

The President’s comments come after Adeleke secured re-election in the Osun governorship election, defeating his major challengers to retain control of the state for another four-year term.

He called on Nigerians to continue supporting democratic institutions and expressed hope that the country’s democracy would become stronger.

“May our democracy continue to thrive and be strengthened,” Tinubu added.