Osun Poll: ADC Candidate Congratulates Adeleke, Declares Democracy Has Prevailed

Najeem Salaam, the governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, asserting that the outcome reflects the will of the people and the triumph of democracy.

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I warmly congratulate His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election as the Governor of Osun State. At the end of the day, the choice of the people must prevail.

Salaam emphasized the importance of respecting the electorate's decision, regardless of political affiliations. "At the end of the day, the choice of the people must prevail," he stated. He added that while political contests involve differing views, the opportunity for the people to decide is paramount in a democratic process.

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In any democratic process, there will always be choices, contestation and differing views, but what matters most is that the people are given the opportunity to decide. Today, they have exercised that right, and their decision deserves our respect and support.

Reflecting on the election, the ADC candidate reminded that every contest has a winner and that political differences should not undermine the state's peace, unity, or brotherhood. He invoked the concept of 'Omoluabi,' a Yoruba term signifying integrity and good character, to underscore that politics should not be a "do-or-die affair."

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The outcome of this election is a reminder that, in every contest, there will always be a winner. Today, the people have spoken, and their choice must be respected. As Omoluabi, we must understand that politics is not a do-or-die affair. Political differences should never become reasons to threaten our peace, unity or brotherhood.

Looking ahead, Salaam urged Governor Adeleke to use his second term to critically assess areas where his administration might have fallen short, while also building upon its successes. He stressed that governance is a continuous process requiring reflection, correction, and improvement. The candidate also called for the governor to govern for the benefit of all Osun residents, irrespective of their party affiliation, to foster a state where dignity, security, and hope for a better future are accessible to everyone.

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Your Excellency, as you commence another term in office, I urge you to use this mandate as an opportunity to reflect on the areas where your administration may have fallen short, improve upon them and consolidate on the gains already recorded.