OSUN 2026: Obaseki Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Governorship Election Victory

Former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has congratulated Osun State Governor Senator Ademola Adeleke following his victory in the Saturday, August 15, 2026, governorship election.

In a statement released on Sunday, Obaseki described Adeleke’s re-election as a definitive triumph for democracy and a direct reflection of the will of the Osun electorate.

The Power of the People’s Mandate

Obaseki noted that the election outcome proves that the democratic choice of the citizens remains the ultimate force in political leadership, staying resilient against external pressures.

“When citizens stand together with courage, determination, and a shared commitment to democracy, they can defend their choices and ensure that their voices are heard,” the former governor stated.

Lessons from Edo to Osun

Drawing from his own political trajectory, Obaseki emphasized that mandates secured through the sheer determination of the public carry a heavy burden of accountability. He urged Governor Adeleke to view his renewed four-year term as a sacred call to deepen good governance and fast-track developmental projects across Osun State.

Focus on a Second-Term Legacy

The former Edo helmsman expressed strong confidence that Adeleke will utilize his second term to consolidate his administration’s first-term achievements. He urged the re-elected governor to keep public interest at the center of his policies and wished him a successful second tenure. Obaseki also commended the people of Osun State for their peaceful and active participation in the democratic process.