Admin I Sunday, August 16
OSOGBO — Following the declaration of the Osun State governorship election results, Governor Ademola Adeleke has formally accepted his re-election mandate, framing the victory as a collective achievement for the state’s residents and dedicating the outcome to God.
Addressing stakeholders and residents across the state, Governor Adeleke expressed gratitude for the renewed mandate and called for unity and reconciliation after a competitive campaign period.
Message of Reconciliation and Peace
In his address, Adeleke emphasized a message of post-election healing, appealing to residents, political opponents, and community leaders to put electoral rivalries aside.
Olive Branch to Contenders: Declaring “there is no victor, no vanquished,” the governor extended an open invitation to his co-contestants to work together for the state’s development, reiterating his role as governor for all residents regardless of political affiliation.
Moment of Silence: Observing a minute of silence for victims of pre-election violence, Adeleke condemned the loss of life and urged traditional rulers, community leaders, and local stakeholders to actively support community healing efforts.
Outlining the priorities for his upcoming four-year term, Adeleke promised to build upon existing administrative initiatives while addressing systemic administrative gaps.
Service Delivery: Strengthening established programs while reviewing areas needing administrative correction.
Economic Transition: Accelerating plans to transition Osun State from an economy heavily reliant on civil service into a regional industrial hub and preferred investment destination.
Broadening Governance: Expanding development projects across local communities to ensure wide access to public services.
Adeleke also acknowledged the role of federal and media entities during the electoral process, commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for supporting a peaceful election environment, alongside praise for local observers and media outlets for their coverage.
Background: The Osun Political Landscape
The electoral context in Osun State has been characterized by intense political competition and evolving party alignments over recent election cycles.
Adeleke assumed office following his initial victory in the July 2022 governorship election under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), defeating then-incumbent GovernorGboyega Oyetola of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He was officially inaugurated in November 2022.
Ahead of the 2026 contest, Governor Adeleke defected from thePDP and secured his nomination under the Accord Party, navigating internal party dynamics prior to the general election.
Economic Agenda: Historically categorized as a state driven primarily by public sector employment, recent state administration strategies have aimed at increasing internally generated revenue (IGR) through infrastructure investments, agricultural promotion, and commercial partnerships to draw private capital into the state.
