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Atiku, Obi, others congratulate Adeleke, laud Osun voters

Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and other political leaders congratulate Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, commending voters for defending Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-obi-others-congratulate-adeleke-laud-osun-voters/

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Atiku, Obi, others congratulate Adeleke, laud Osun voters

Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and other political leaders have congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election. They commended voters for defending their choice.

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State also congratulated Adeleke, describing the result as a reflection of the will of Osun voters and their desire for continuity, good governance, and people-focused leadership. Fintiri praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to democracy during the election.

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has issued a statement warning the All Progressives Congress, APC, after Adeleke's victory. According to The Chronicle Ghana, the PDP alleged that opposition politicians faced intimidation, assault, and arrests during the election period, and accused security agencies of failing to maintain neutrality.

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Asante-Effiduase gets new chief

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CENPOWER redeems GH¢233,180.00 pledge to Cape Coast

CENPOWER Operations and Services (CENOPS) has redeemed a pledge of GH₵233,180.00 to the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly (CCMA) towards the Eight-Year Development Plan of Cape Coast.

  • CENPOWER fulfills GH₵233,180.00 pledge to Cape Coast Assembly.
  • Cheque presented on 13 August 2026 during fundraising event.
  • Support aids infrastructure projects and hospital improvements.

·thechronicle.com.gh

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