Gov Adeleke’s victory: Osun election won at high price – Pat Utomi

Former presidential candidate Pat Utomi has revealed that the recent Osun State governorship election was won at a great cost. According to Utomi, around 30 individuals lost their lives due to the election, which took place earlier this year. Writing on the social media platform X, Utomi expressed his grief stating, "Osun was won at a high price. Nearly 30 lives were lost to keep evil from having its way. May the souls lost in Osun rest in God's peace and those responsible for such macabre murders come to judgement."

Utomi emphasized the importance of the principle that "The price of Liberty is eternal vigilance," urging that "Aluta continua through January." The political economist also expressed his concern over the state of politics and politicians in Nigeria, saying, "The mindset of politics and politicians in Nigeria continues to disturb."

Utomi further pointed out the tragic consequences of political calculations, stating, "Thirty lives, a few maimed and many mentally crushed, and people are talking of agreements and accords for the next elections." He lamented, "How sad human lives come to nothing in some people's calculation for power. Judgement day will be something else."