Opposition, Ethnic Youth Leaders, PBAT Movement Pass Confidence Vote in Tinubu, Amupitan, INEC, Security Chiefs Over Osun Poll Success

Political parties, ethnic youth leaders, and the PBAT door-to-door movement have unanimously expressed confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan, and the heads of Nigeria's security agencies for their contributions to the successful Osun State gubernatorial election. The groups hailed the election as a significant victory for democracy and free expression of voters' choices.

The opposition parties, PBAT DOOR-2-DOOR, ACJHR, and ethnic youth movements emphasized that the Osun poll went beyond the victory of individual politicians and candidates. They stressed that the real test of an election lies in whether citizens can vote without intimidation and have their choices respected. The groups singled out INEC and its chairman for ensuring a peaceful and credible electoral process, praising the commission's commitment to independence and integrity.

The opposition groups urged INEC and the Federal Government to maintain the standards set in Osun for the upcoming 2027 general election. They commended President Tinubu for resisting pressure to influence the election outcome and for allowing a genuinely competitive electoral process. The groups urged Tinubu to sustain the approach and serve as an example for the Federal Government to uphold democratic principles.

The opposition parties and youth leaders highlighted the role of security agencies in ensuring the election's credibility, praising the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Army, and Department of State Services (DSS) for their efforts. They argued that the Osun election serves as an important precedent for future elections and that the Federal Government must provide a level playing field to maintain the high standard set in Osun.