The spokesperson for the Ademola Adeleke Governorship Campaign Council, Pelumi Olajengbesi, speaks with Yusuf Oketola on the outcome of the August 15 governorship election.
How would you assess Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the August 15 election?
Adeleke’s victory is a reflection of the desire of the people of the state. It is the will of the people that Adeleke returns as governor for the second term, having performed excellently well. In the history of Osun State, we haven’t had a governor who has worked very well like Adeleke in the area of infrastructure. We haven’t seen a governor who has placed premium attention on the welfare of the people of the state, particularly the workforce. The outcome of the election is a confirmation that the people genuinely love him.
How much did Adeleke’s endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term contribute to his victory?
The governor’s endorsement of Tinubu does not have anything to do with his victory. Adeleke is a very popular candidate. The people of Osun State voted for him. Tinubu did not provide any support to Adeleke. The APC supported their candidate and released resources for him. They used the instrumentalities and machinery of government against the state government. If you look at the reaction of Davido (David Adeleke), you will understand that he has been realistic with himself because we didn’t get any goodwill. Adeleke did not get any favour from the Federal Government. Adeleke won the election on his own popularity and on the goodwill of the people of Osun.
