[VIDEO]#OsunDecides2026: It’s victory for democracy, Adeleke says after gov poll win

Governor Ademola Adeleke has been declared the winner of the August 15 governorship election in Osun State. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission, Adeleke secured 19 out of 30 local government areas in the state. The State Returning Officer, Prof Joshua Ogunwole, formally declared Adeleke elected.

Adeleke described his election victory as a triumph for democracy and the people, thanking residents for their support. His victory was celebrated by his nephew, Nigerian music star Davido, who expressed his excitement on social media, writing "we did it".

Adeleke won with 511,067 votes, defeating his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress, who polled 444,815 votes. This marks Adeleke's re-election as governor of Osun State.

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