Gov poll: Osun people have spoken with courage, clarity - Peter Obi

Presidential candidate Peter Obi congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in Osun State, stating the people of the state have spoken with courage and clarity. Obi, who leads the Nigeria Democratic Congress, emphasized that the election reaffirmed the power of the people to choose their leaders.

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I warmly congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election and the good people of Osun State on this important democratic victory. They – Osun people – have spoken with courage and clarity, reaffirming that the power to choose their leaders belongs to the people.

In a statement titled “Osun: When the People Stand, Democracy Wins,” Obi lauded Adeleke for earning the people’s renewed confidence through his commitment and achievements. He particularly commended the youths of Osun for peacefully defending their democratic mandate, highlighting their vigilance as a victory for good forces over darkness.

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I particularly commend the courageous youths of Osun who rose to the occasion and peacefully defended their democratic mandate. Their vigilance and determination demonstrate that when citizens stand firmly to protect their votes, the forces of good can overcome the forces of darkness.

Obi drew a lesson for the upcoming 2027 elections, urging Nigerians to stay informed, participate, vote, and protect their votes. He stressed that Nigerians, experiencing hardship, hold the power through their votes to enact change and end suffering.

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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. Every genuine vote must be respected, and every lawful mandate must be protected.

He called on political actors to prioritize people's interests over partisan considerations, advocating for peace, unity, and the rule of law. Obi concluded by expressing hope that the Osun experience would strengthen confidence in democracy and inspire vigilance for a just, secure, and prosperous nation.

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Nigerians must remain informed, participate actively, vote, and protect their votes. The Nigerian people are the ones experiencing hunger, deprivation, insecurity, and hardship; therefore, they are also the ones with the power, through their votes, to bring about the change that will end these conditions.