The governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in the Osun State governorship election, Simon Adewale, has withdrawn from the race and endorsed the incumbent governor, Ademola Adeleke, for a second term.
Mr Adewale announced his withdrawal during a press conference captured in a video clip posted by Nigeria Tribune, saying the decision followed consultations with party leaders, supporters and others.
The APM candidate said his decision was not motivated by personal interest but by what he described as the need to put the interests of Osun State ahead of his ambition.
“After deep reflection and extensive consultation with party leaders, supporters and stakeholders, I have decided to withdraw from the Osun State governorship election,” he said.
Mr Adewale said he had assessed the political situation in the state and concluded that Governor Adeleke deserved another term to consolidate what he described as the progress recorded by his administration.
