Why I’m Qualified to Govern Osun, ADC’s Najeem Salaam Speaks

Najeem Salaam, the Osun State governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), believes his experience and development strategy uniquely qualify him to govern the state. He outlined his vision for economic growth and reduced reliance on federal funding during an appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today.

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For electricity, we will ensure that we give them 24/7 electricity. The economy and IGR will turn around.

Salaam's administration would prioritize attracting investors and enhancing the state's internally generated revenue (IGR). He specifically mentioned ensuring 24/7 electricity supply as a key objective, stating, "For electricity, we will ensure that we give them 24/7 electricity. The economy and IGR will turn around." He also highlighted agriculture's potential, asserting that Osun can generate sufficient revenue to invest in the sector without constant dependence on the Federal Government.

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I am not Aregbesola’s man. Just because I know that people are myopic in their thinking, people think I do not know my worth.

Addressing perceptions of his political ties, Salaam clarified his independence from former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola. "I am not Aregbesola’s man. Just because I know that people are myopic in their thinking, people think I do not know my worth," he stated. Salaam emphasized his long political career, which began at the grassroots level and included serving as Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, asserting his self-reliance and distinct agenda for Osun State.

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I can stand on my own, and I have been here since grassroots, local government, House of Assembly, Speaker. I am not a dullard.