Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has publicly responded to his re-election victory in the 2026 governorship election, disclosing that President Bola Tinubu personally telephoned him with congratulations. Adeleke also addressed his defeated opponent, Senator Fatai Oyebamiji, urging him to acknowledge the outcome and extend a congratulatory call.
Adeleke Speaks After Re-Election Victory
Speaking to journalists after the results were declared, Adeleke described the win as a victory for the people of Osun State and for democracy in Nigeria. He credited his administration's work in infrastructure, education, and agriculture during his first term as the reason residents showed their appreciation at the polls.
"It is a victory for democracy in Nigeria. A victory for the people of Osun State who have stood by me and said, 'Imole, you have done a lot for us. You have given us the dividends of democracy in terms of infrastructure, improving our education, agriculture, and so forth," Adeleke said.
Tinubu's Call and Message to Oyebamiji
Adeleke confirmed that President Tinubu reached out to him directly after the election. He used the occasion to publicly thank the president for his call and for supporting democratic processes.
"Mr President has called me and congratulated me. Thank you, Mr President, for making sure democracy lives on because we fought for it, Mr President," he said.
The governor also directed a message at Oyebamiji, asking him to set aside any bitterness and make contact. "This is no victor, no vanquished. I want them to come over, and I am expecting Oyebamiji, even as a civil person, to call me and congratulate me," Adeleke stated.
Adeleke's Plans for a Second Term
Looking ahead to the next four years, Adeleke outlined his priority of transforming Osun from a civil service-dependent state to an industrial one. "My vision is to make sure Osun State moves from a civil servant state to an industrial state, and to ensure that development cuts across Osun State," he told reporters.
When asked whether he had ever doubted the outcome, the governor was direct. "No, no, no. I have a God who never fails. He never fails forever," he said.
Previously, Legit.ng reported that Adeleke broke his silence following his victory over the All Progressives Congress (APC), the African Democratic Congress (ADC), and other rival parties in the governorship election. Speaking after the results were confirmed, Adeleke opened his remarks by crediting God for the outcome, describing the win as a triumph for democracy in Nigeria rather than a personal achievement.
