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Atiku, Mark, Aregbesola Rally Osun Electorate for ADC Ahead of Saturday’s Governorship Election
🇳🇬 Nigeria /Elections & Politics

Atiku, Mark, Aregbesola Rally Osun Electorate for ADC Ahead of Saturday’s Governorship Election

From Premium Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar urged Osun State voters to support the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the upcoming governorship election.
  • Abubakar recalled past support from the state and expressed optimism for victory based on the rally's turnout.
  • Party leaders David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola emphasized the ADC's commitment to public welfare and progressive ideals, urging voters to protect their ballots.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar appealed to Osun State voters on Monday to back the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the August 15 governorship election. Addressing a large crowd at the party's campaign rally in Osogbo, Abubakar highlighted his long-standing political relationship with the state, recalling their support for his presidential bid and for Governor Ademola Adeleke.

Each time I stood here, you have given me your vote. I cannot forget that because your daughter is in my house.

— Atiku AbubakarFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar reminded Osun voters of their past support during a campaign rally.

"Each time I stood here, you have given me your vote. I cannot forget that because your daughter is in my house," Abubakar stated, emphasizing the deep connection. He presented the ADC as a distinct entity, asserting that "The best of Nigerians today are in ADC." The substantial turnout at the rally, he believed, was a strong indicator of the party's imminent victory.

The best of Nigerians today are in ADC.

— Atiku AbubakarFormer Vice President Atiku Abubakar promoted the African Democratic Congress at a rally.

National Chairman of the ADC, David Mark, shared Abubakar's confidence, characterizing the gathering as a prelude to the party's win. He implored voters to participate in large numbers and to actively protect their votes, warning that electoral fraud would not be tolerated. "Don’t allow anybody to rig you out. They will not rig and get away with it," Mark declared.

What we are here to do is celebrate the victory that we are going to come to the ADC on Saturday.

— David MarkADC National Chairman David Mark expressed confidence in the party's electoral prospects.

Former Osun State Governor and ADC National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, underscored the party's dedication to the populace's well-being. He stated that governance should prioritize service and opportunity, aligning the ADC with the progressive principles of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, including free education and quality healthcare. Aregbesola also pledged to reinstate school feeding programs and enhance social intervention initiatives, promoting the party's candidate, Najeem Salam, as a champion of continuity.

On Saturday, protect your votes. Don’t allow anybody to rig you out. They will not rig and get away with it.

— David MarkADC National Chairman David Mark urged voters to safeguard their ballots during the governorship election.
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Originally published by Premium Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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