Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi have congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in the Osun State governorship election.
The two opposition figures separately reacted to the victory on their X accounts, commending voters and highlighting the significance of the election to democracy.
Atiku described the victory as a reflection of the choice made by the people at the ballot box.
“I congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election as Governor of Osun State. His victory demonstrates the choice of the people of Osun as expressed at the ballot box,” Atiku said.
He also commended the electorate for their passion and peaceful participation while wishing Adeleke success in his second term.
“I commend the people for their passion and peaceful participation. I wish Governor Adeleke continued success as he continues to serve them,” he added.
Obi, in his reaction titled “Osun: When the People Stand, Democracy Wins,” noted that the election demonstrated the power of citizens to determine their leaders. He added that Adeleke’s performance and commitment earned him renewed confidence from the electorate.
Obi particularly praised young voters for their vigilance in protecting their democratic mandate.
“The lesson from Osun is clear: democracy is strongest when citizens are alert, conscious of their civic responsibility, and determined to ensure that their votes count,” he said.
He also urged citizens to remain actively involved ahead of upcoming general elections by registering, voting, and protecting their ballots. He called on political actors to prioritize public interest and embrace peace.
“Elections should never be battles of violence, but contests of ideas, competence, character, and service,” he said.
INEC declared Adeleke the winner after he polled 511,067 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress, who secured 444,815 votes.