Post-election Reconciliation Deepens in Osun as Adeleke Welcomes Oyebamiji’s Call for Peace

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has expressed his appreciation for Bola Oyebamiji, the APC governorship candidate, for his call to maintain peace following the recent election. Oyebamiji had urged his supporters and party members to continue demonstrating peaceful behavior, acknowledging the decision made by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding the poll results but pledging to adhere to the decision of his party to review the outcome.

Governor Adeleke welcomed Oyebamiji's advocacy for peace, calling it a positive development amid weeks of tense campaigning and the election period. He had personally met with President Bola Tinubu post-election and described the APC candidate's peace advocacy as a beneficial step for the Osun people who had suffered trauma and violence in the months leading up to the gubernatorial poll.

Adeleke, who vowed to never resort to violence during the election, emphasized that his team never subscribed to violence as a tool for political campaigning, even when facing intense pressure in the lead-up to the elections. He expressed his genuine appreciation for Oyebamiji's peaceful message and assured him that his supporters would not engage in any attacks against APC members.

Adeleke reiterated that while elections have concluded, their shared objective remains delivering democratic dividends and ensuring good governance for the citizens of Osun State. He extended a warm welcome to Gboyega Oyetola, Bola Oyebamiji, and other opposition leaders, inviting them to collaborate with him in advancing Osun to even greater heights. Adeleke underscored the importance of all stakeholders working together in this shared Osun project.