Ooni's aide urges Tinubu to ensure free, fair 2027 elections after Osun poll

A special assistant to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has commended President Bola Tinubu for his role in ensuring a free and fair governorship election in Osun State. Hon. Uzoma Ani, who serves as the monarch's aide on South-East and Diaspora Matters, lauded the people of Osun for their active participation in the polls.

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The conduct of the Osun election stands as further proof that Mr President is a true democrat and a statesman committed to the success of democracy in Nigeria and across Africa.

Ani described the Osun election as a demonstration of Tinubu's commitment to democratic principles. He urged the President to replicate this standard in the 2027 general elections, particularly in the South-East. Ani pointed to the withdrawal of some security personnel as evidence of the administration's dedication to creating a conducive voting environment.

"The conduct of the Osun election stands as further proof that Mr President is a true democrat and a statesman committed to the success of democracy in Nigeria and across Africa," Ani stated. He also congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, calling it a reflection of the electorate's decision.

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To the good and resilient people of Osun State, we salute you for standing solidly with your Governor and for defending democracy with your votes. Osun has shown Nigeria that when the people speak with one voice, democracy wins.

"To the good and resilient people of Osun State, we salute you for standing solidly with your Governor and for defending democracy with your votes. Osun has shown Nigeria that when the people speak with one voice, democracy wins," he added. Ani stressed that the election outcome sends a clear message to all Nigerian political leaders: power resides with the people.

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The outcome in Osun sends a clear message to all political leaders across Nigeria: power belongs to the people.