Why Adeleke deserves another term — Osun senator
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At a glance
- Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for reelection, citing the administration's foundation for development.
- Fadeyi, who recently rejoined the People's Democratic Party, highlighted Adeleke's impactful leadership and commitment to the state's welfare.
- He expressed confidence that Adeleke deserves another term to consolidate gains and further develop Osun State.
Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi, representing Osun Central Senatorial District, has thrown his support behind Governor Ademola Adeleke's bid for reelection, asserting that the governor has laid a solid foundation for the state's development. Fadeyi, who recently returned to the People's Democratic Party (PDP) from the All Progressives Congress (APC), stated that his endorsement reflects the confidence of PDP stakeholders and residents in Adeleke's leadership.
This endorsement is a reaffirmation of our confidence in the Governor’s leadership and his commitment to the development and wellbeing of the people of Osun State.
In a statement, Fadeyi described Adeleke's administration as one that has delivered impactful leadership, prioritizing the welfare and development of Osun State. As the PDP Senatorial Candidate for Osun Central in the upcoming elections, Fadeyi reaffirmed his belief in the governor's commitment to the people's wellbeing. "The journey over the past years has been remarkable," Fadeyi said. "Governor Adeleke has demonstrated that leadership is fundamentally about service, impact and putting the interests of the people first."
The journey over the past years has been remarkable. Governor Adeleke has demonstrated that leadership is fundamentally about service, impact and putting the interests of the people first.
Fadeyi pointed to significant interventions across critical sectors in Osun State, alongside increased attention to the welfare of workers and pensioners, including prompt payment of salaries and pensions. He acknowledged the government's successes but stressed that more potential remains to be unlocked for the benefit of residents. "These achievements deserve recognition, but more importantly, they demonstrate that there is still enormous potential to be unlocked," he stated.
These achievements deserve recognition, but more importantly, they demonstrate that there is still enormous potential to be unlocked.
Looking ahead, Fadeyi expressed optimism for continued progress. "There is much more work to be done, and we believe Governor Adeleke deserves the opportunity to consolidate the gains already recorded and take Osun to an even greater height," he added. "Osun Central is ready. Osun State is ready. And together, we are ready to take the next giant leap forward." He anticipates another four years of purposeful leadership, accelerated development, expanded opportunities, and shared prosperity under Adeleke's governance.
There is much more work to be done, and we believe Governor Adeleke deserves the opportunity to consolidate the gains already recorded and take Osun to an even greater height.
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