Osun Election: IPAC tasks Adeleke on inclusive governance

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) in Osun State has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, urging him to prioritize inclusive governance and the equitable distribution of state resources. IPAC's state chairman, Dr. Tosin Odeyemi of the Democratic Leadership Alliance, issued a statement commending the governor and Osun residents for the peaceful exercise of franchise during the August 15 governorship election.

The council stressed the importance of fairness in government appointments, project allocation, and policy implementation across Osun's three senatorial districts, 30 local government areas, and area office. They cautioned Governor Adeleke against complacency in his second term, encouraging him to build upon his first-term successes and launch projects with lasting impact.

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History shows that the temptation to slow down after re-election can erode the gains of a first term. We encourage you to see this period as an opportunity to finish strong, consolidate on existing projects, and initiate new ones that will outlive your administration.

"History shows that the temptation to slow down after re-election can erode the gains of a first term," the statement read. "We encourage you to see this period as an opportunity to finish strong, consolidate on existing projects, and initiate new ones that will outlive your administration."

IPAC highlighted public expectations for improved service delivery in critical sectors such as education, health, agriculture, infrastructure, youth employment, and social welfare. The council views Adeleke's re-election as a sign of renewed confidence, placing a greater responsibility on him to serve all residents without discrimination.

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The people expect improved delivery in critical sectors such as education, health, agriculture, infrastructure, youth employment and social welfare.

The statement further urged the governor to foster an all-inclusive administration by harnessing the contributions of opposition parties, technocrats, women, youth, persons with disabilities, and traditional institutions. "Governance should transcend party lines," IPAC asserted. "The talents, ideas and goodwill in the opposition and among technocrats, women, youths, persons with disabilities and traditional institutions must be harnessed for the good of Osun."

IPAC also acknowledged the roles of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, the media, and civil society organizations in the election's success. The council pledged to remain a constructive opposition, offering support for policies that benefit the people and ensuring their criticisms remain issue-based.

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Governance should transcend party lines. The talents, ideas and goodwill in the opposition and among technocrats, women, youths, persons with disabilities and traditional institutions must be harnessed for the good of Osun.