Osun monarchs endorse Tinubu for 2027 re-election
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TLDR
- Traditional rulers from Osun West Senatorial District have endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 general elections.
- The endorsement, led by the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, praised the President for approving the 90.9km OsogboโIwoโIbadan road project.
- Monarchs urged other traditional rulers to mobilize support for Tinubu's re-election, citing his performance and the road project as key achievements.
In a significant show of support, traditional rulers from Osun West Senatorial District have publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, signaling a strong alignment with the federal government's agenda ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement, spearheaded by the influential Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, highlights the perceived positive impact of federal projects within the state.
Oba Akanbi, speaking on behalf of the royal fathers, specifically lauded President Tinubu for the approval of the 90.9km OsogboโIwoโIbadan road project. This infrastructure development is seen as a crucial step towards alleviating transportation challenges and boosting economic activity across major towns in Osun and neighboring Oyo states. The monarch emphasized that this project directly addresses the needs of the people and signifies the President's responsiveness to their concerns.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has chosen to put a smile on our faces by easing the transportation stress we frequently face on this road.
The traditional rulers urged their counterparts across the state to actively mobilize support for President Tinubu's re-election bid. They framed the endorsement not just as a political endorsement, but as a recognition of the President's performance and a call for continuity. By advocating for his successes, these monarchs aim to solidify the bond between the federal government and the people of Osun State, positioning the road project as a historic legacy that will enhance regional connectivity and economic prosperity.
We should be advocates of his successes.
Originally published by Vanguard. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.