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Analysis: How Adeleke expanded his winning margin in Osun 2026 governorship election

…It’s a victory for democracy in Nigeria — Adeleke The 2026 Osun State governorship election has not only returned Governor read more Analysis: How Adeleke expanded his winning margin in Osun 2026 governorship election

Analysis: How Adeleke expanded his winning margin in Osun 2026 governorship election

Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad has expressed his thoughts on the recent Osun State gubernatorial election after the victory of Governor Ademola Adeleke. In a post on his verified X account, Ahmad stated that democracy is fundamentally about respecting the will and choice of the electorate.

According to reports, Ahmad has had a history of disagreements with Davido, the governor's nephew, in the realm of Afrobeats music before the election. Ahmad had mocked Davido, suggesting that he should ask United States President Donald Trump for military support to aid his uncle in winning the election. However, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Adeleke the winner of the election on Sunday morning, following his defeat of his opponents, including the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Despite their differing political affiliations, Ahmad expressed respect for the mandate freely given to Adeleke by the people of Osun State. He congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his victory, reiterating that democracy is fundamentally about respecting the will and choice of the electorate.

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