Osun poll: Don’t betray people’s trust, NDC candidate tells Adeleke

Gideon Aloba, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Ijesa South Federal Constituency, has called on Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to honor the trust placed in him by the electorate following his victory in the August 15 governorship election. Aloba congratulated Adeleke, stating that the election outcome clearly reflects the people's will.

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Osun has spoken. The people’s mandate must be respected. Democracy is strongest when the voice of the people is allowed to prevail.

In a statement, Aloba urged Adeleke to view his re-election as a renewed call to service and a significant increase in responsibility towards the state's residents. He specifically appealed to the governor to remain committed to fulfilling his campaign promises and consistently prioritizing the interests of the people above all else.

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Aloba reaffirmed his commitment to democratic values, peaceful political engagement and a political culture where the interests of the people remain above partisan considerations.

"Osun has spoken. The people’s mandate must be respected. Democracy is strongest when the voice of the people is allowed to prevail," Aloba stated. He reaffirmed his dedication to democratic values, peaceful political engagement, and a political culture where the populace's interests supersede partisan considerations.

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The NDC chieftain said the election demonstrated that when citizens remained determined, peaceful and vigilant, the voice of the people could ultimately prevail.

Aloba commended the citizens of Osun State for actively participating in the democratic process and firmly supporting their chosen candidate. He noted that the election's outcome underscores the power of determined, peaceful, and vigilant citizens in ensuring their voices are heard. The NDC chieftain emphasized that electoral mandates are not solely about winning elections but about earning and maintaining the continuous trust of the people.

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According to him, the Osun election should remind political leaders that electoral mandates are not merely about winning elections but about earning and sustaining the trust of the people.