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Adeleke receives Certificate of Return, promises support for election victims
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday presented the Certificate of Return to Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, following his re-election in the August 15 governorship election. The certificate was presented to Adeleke and his deputy governor-elect, Prince Kola Adewusi, by the INEC National Supervising Commissioner for Osun, Ogun and Oyo states, Professor Kunle…
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Adeleke credits God, Osun voters for re-election, denies ADC pact
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, has attributed his re-election to God and the people of the state, while denying claims by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that the party helped secure his victory in the governorship election. The ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, had said the party collaborated with the Accord Party to prevent…
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Davido celebrates Adeleke’s victory, unveils plans for Osun youths
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has celebrated his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, over his victory in the Osun State governorship election, saying the outcome reflected the determination of the people to defend their votes. Addressing a press conference at the governor’s country home in Ede on Tuesday, Davido said he had no…
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Jonathan commends INEC over Osun election, seeks ban on governors, outsiders’ involvement
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called for clearer boundaries for political conduct during off-cycle elections, warning that the growing mobilisation of serving governors, senior political office holders and heavy security details could threaten democratic stability. Jonathan made the call in a statement on the recent Osun State governorship election, where he commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies,…
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Oyebamiji calls for peace, alerts police to attacks on APC supporters
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the just-concluded Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, has urged his supporters to remain calm and peaceful while calling on security agencies to intervene in alleged attacks on APC members. Oyebamiji, in a statement made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Osogbo, said the reported…
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Adeleke’s re-election reflects will of Osun people — Accord chairman
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The National Chairman of Accord, Chief Maxwell Mgbudem, has dedicated Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election to the people of the state, saying they demonstrated their abiding faith in democratic participation and the Accord government. Addressing newsmen in Osogbo on Monday, Mgbudem described Adeleke’s victory as “the triumph of courage over…
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Aregbesola congratulates Adeleke on election victory, salutes ADC members
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Former Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, urging him to use the renewed mandate to unite the state and deepen development. Aregbesola, in a statement he signed, said the people’s decision at the August 15 governorship election must be respected, stressing that the task before Adeleke…
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Ooni congratulates Adeleke on re-election, calls for unity in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election in the August 15 governorship election, describing the victory as a fresh mandate and an opportunity to advance the development of the state. Ogunwusi, who is the permanent chairman of the Southern Nigerian Traditional Rulers Council and…
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APC must learn from defeat in Osun election, prepare for 2027 — Oyintiloye
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged party members and leaders to learn from the outcome of Saturday’s governorship election and begin preparations for the 2027 general elections. Oyintiloye, a former lawmaker, made the call while speaking with newsmen on Monday in Osogbo, urging members not to be discouraged by the…
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Osun police warn against forceful takeover of LG secretariats
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State Police Command has warned against any attempt to forcefully occupy local government secretariats in the state. The Commissioner of Police (Election), CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, gave the warning on Monday, saying the command had received reports of plans by some individuals or groups to forcefully take over the affairs and premises of…
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