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#OsunDecides2026: Oyebamiji’s wife confident of husband’s victory

Dr. Sekinah Oyebamiji expresses strong confidence in her husband’s victory in the OsunDecides2026 governorship election, citing peaceful conduct and impres Read More: https://punchng.com/osundecides2026-oyebamijis-wife-confident-of-husbands-victory/

#OsunDecides2026: Oyebamiji’s wife confident of husband’s victory

Voters are turning out in large numbers in Osun State for the governorship election. In Ikire, the hometown of APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji, a significant crowd has gathered, awaiting accreditation. The process appears to be peaceful, with voters expressing confidence in the electoral process, according to Punch Nigeria.

In other parts of the state, voters were also seen queuing up early at polling units. In Ilesa East, Ilesa West, Ede North, Boripe, and Osogbo local government areas, some voters arrived as early as 6:45 a.m., as reported by Premium Times. A similar large turnout was observed in Osogbo, the state capital, where eligible voters are casting their ballots, Daily Post Nigeria noted.

The election features several frontline candidates, including Bola Oyebamiji of the APC and Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party. The voting process is underway, with voters participating across various polling units in the state.

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