Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and former Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, and his wife, Alhaja Kafayat Oyetola, have cast their votes in the ongoing Osun State governorship election at Ward 1, Unit 10, Iragbiji, Boripe Local Government Area.
Speaking with journalists after voting at about 10:30 am, Oyetola commended residents for the high voter turnout and the peaceful atmosphere across polling units.
“I am encouraged by the turnout of voters. It shows that our people are interested in the democratic process and are determined to exercise their civic responsibility,” he said.
The former governor also praised the orderly conduct of the election, urging residents to maintain peace during and after the voting process. “I am also pleased with the peaceful manner in which people have conducted themselves so far. Osun is a peaceful state, and I appeal to everyone to maintain this spirit throughout the election and after the results are announced,” Oyetola stated.
As leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osun State, Oyetola expressed confidence in the party’s candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, saying the electorate would make the right choice.
“I am confident in our candidate, and I believe the people of Osun will make the right choice. What is most important now is for everybody to remain calm and allow the votes to be counted and the will of the people to prevail,” he added.
He further called on supporters of all political parties to avoid violence, provocation and any action capable of undermining the electoral process. Oyetola also commended security agencies deployed for the election, urging them to remain professional and impartial until the exercise is concluded.
“I commend the security personnel for the work they are doing. Their presence is important in maintaining peace and ensuring that voters can exercise their rights without intimidation. I urge them to continue to discharge their duties professionally and fairly,” he said.