Osun Election: When the people stand, democracy wins, Peter Obi

Presidential candidate Peter Obi has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, hailing the outcome as a testament to the power of citizens in determining 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.

In a statement posted on his X handle, Obi commended the voters of Osun State, particularly the youth, for their vigilance and determination in protecting their votes during the governorship election. He described the renewal of Adeleke's mandate as a clear and courageous expression of the people's will.

"I warmly congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election and the good people of Osun State on this important democratic victory," Obi stated. He added that Adeleke had earned the electorate's confidence through his commitment, compassion, and achievements in office. Obi specifically praised the state's youth for peacefully defending their democratic mandate, noting, "Their vigilance and determination demonstrate that when citizens stand firmly to protect their votes, the forces of good can overcome the forces of darkness."

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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 emphasized that the Osun election offers a vital lesson on the strength of democracy when citizens remain active and conscious of their civic responsibilities. He urged Nigerians to draw inspiration from this experience ahead of the 2027 general elections, encouraging active participation and the protection of votes. He asserted that Nigerians, enduring hunger, deprivation, insecurity, and economic hardship, possess the power to effect change through their ballots.

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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.

Furthermore, Obi called on political actors to prioritize the nation's interests above partisan considerations, advocating for peace, unity, and adherence to the rule of law. He stressed that elections should be contests of ideas, competence, and service, not violence. Obi expressed hope that the Osun experience would bolster Nigerians' confidence in the democratic process and inspire citizens nationwide to remain vigilant in building a just, secure, prosperous, and people-centered nation, echoing his belief that "A New Nigeria is Possible."

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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.