Adeleke's Victory: PDP Extends Congratulations, Calls for Unity in Osun State

The Peoples Democratic Party has issued a congratulatory message to Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, following his triumph in the recent governorship election. The party's National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, signed a statement acknowledging the significance of Adeleke's re-election and expressing the party's pride in its contributions to the democratic development of Osun State. 'The Peoples Democratic Party warmly congratulates the Executive Governor of Osun State, His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his well-deserved victory,' the statement read. Although Adeleke contested the election on the platform of the Accord Party, the PDP remains proud of its role in the state's democratic growth. Adeleke secured his second term in office after defeating the All Progressives Congress candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, in a closely contested election that featured 15 political parties. According to the final result declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission, Adeleke polled 511,067 votes, while Oyebamiji scored 444,815 votes, resulting in a winning margin of 66,252 votes. The African Democratic Congress candidate, Najeem Salaam, finished third with 17,180 votes. Adeleke won 19 of the state's 30 local government areas, while Oyebamiji secured 11. The outcome represents a significant increase in Adeleke's electoral margin compared to the 2022 governorship election. The PDP urged all political actors to respect the outcome of the election and work towards maintaining peace and stability in the state. 'May this victory mark the beginning of an even greater chapter of progress, unity and prosperity for the people of Osun State,' the party said. 'We wish Governor Adeleke success as he continues to serve the people of Osun State and urge all political actors to place the interests, peace and progress of the state and the nation above partisan considerations,' the statement added.