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‘Democracy has won’: Tambuwal congratulates Adeleke

‘Democracy has won’: Tambuwal congratulates Adeleke

From Vanguard · () English

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At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Aminu Waziri Tambuwal congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election.
  • Tambuwal described the election outcome as a victory for democracy and the people of Osun State.
  • He urged Adeleke to use the renewed mandate to serve all residents, regardless of political affiliation.

Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election. Tambuwal characterized the election results as a triumph for democracy and the residents of Osun State.

This victory is not only a personal triumph for Governor Adeleke; it is a victory for democracy and, above all, a victory for the people of Osun State, who have once again exercised their constitutional right to determine who leads them.

— Aminu Waziri TambuwalTambuwal's statement on Adeleke's re-election.

In a statement shared on his X account, Tambuwal emphasized that the election offered the people of Osun another chance to exercise their right to choose their leaders. He noted that Adeleke's victory was a clear demonstration of the strength of democratic participation.

The ballot remains the most powerful expression of the will of the people in a democracy. When citizens freely make their choice and that choice is respected, our democratic institutions are strengthened and public confidence in the electoral process is deepened.

— Aminu Waziri TambuwalTambuwal's remarks on the importance of the ballot in a democracy.

"This victory is not only a personal triumph for Governor Adeleke; it is a victory for democracy and, above all, a victory for the people of Osun State, who have once again exercised their constitutional right to determine who leads them," Tambuwal stated. He added that the ballot is the most powerful expression of the people's will in a democracy, and respecting citizens' choices strengthens democratic institutions and public trust.

As he prepares to continue the work of governance, I urge him to see this renewed mandate as an even greater responsibility to serve all the people of Osun State, irrespective of political affiliation.

— Aminu Waziri TambuwalTambuwal's advice to Governor Adeleke.

Tambuwal commended the voters of Osun for their engagement and dedication to the democratic process. He also congratulated Adeleke for earning their confidence for another term. The former Speaker advised the governor to view the renewed mandate as a greater responsibility to serve all state residents, irrespective of their political leanings. "Congratulations, Your Excellency. Congratulations to the people of Osun State. Democracy has won," he concluded.

Congratulations, Your Excellency. Congratulations to the people of Osun State. Democracy has won.

— Aminu Waziri TambuwalTambuwal's concluding remarks.
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