By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo
Following the outcome of the August 15 governorship election in Osun State, the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mr Bola Oyebamiji, AMBO, has congratulated the Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election.
Oyebamiji also frowned at the spate of post election violence against APC members and the killings of innocent members of the public due to violence, describing the incident as “senseless and should be stopped”.
Addressing members of the APC after the outcome at the weekend in Osogbo, Oyebamiji called on Governor Adeleke to use ise his constitutional power of protecting lives and properties as post election violence worsen.
His words, “In the spirit of democracy and as we commemorate the 35th anniversary of the creation of our dear Osun State, I congratulate His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke, the Executive Governor of Osun State, on his victory in the August 15, 2026 governorship election as declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
“At the same time, I call on Mr. Governor, as the Chief Security Officer of the state, to do everything within his constitutional responsibility to protect the lives and property of all citizens, particularly during this sensitive post-election period.
“The senseless killings, harassment and intimidation of members and supporters of our party must therefore stop forthwith. Attacks on innocent citizens and their businesses must not be allowed to continue. There are disturbing reports of attacks on small and medium-sized businesses because of the perceived political affiliations or non-allegiance of their owners to the Accord Party. This is clearly condemnable and unacceptable.
“For a state that aspires to achieve economic growth, attract investment and create sustainable employment opportunities for its people, the provision of security and a conducive environment for businesses to thrive is not negotiable”.
He urged APC supporters across the State to remain resolute in their support for the party, adding that the election has gone, but consultation with party leaders is ongoing to determine the party’s next line of action.
“Dear supporters and party faithful, the 2026 governorship election has come and gone. However, following the official declaration of results by the Independent National Electoral Commission, efforts were set in motion leading to wider consultations with people inclusive of our elders and the critical stakeholders for the next step forward.
“As a party committed to the rule of law, we shall continue to pursue justice and fairness through lawful and constitutional means, particularly in relation to our electoral processes. I therefore urge you not to be discouraged or despair. We must remain resolute, sustain our faith in democracy and continue to have confidence in the institutions established to protect our democratic rights”, he said.
Oyebamiji also tasked the leadership of party not to be divided as the Presidential election approaches, hence, the need to close rank and face the task ahead.
“As we commence mobilisation and preparations for the re-election of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and other candidates of our party in the general election, I humbly call on you the leaders, members and supporters of our party to rededicate yourselves to the task ahead. We must close ranks, strengthen our structures and work tirelessly to secure incontrovertible victories for Mr. President and all our candidates in Osun State”, he added.
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