Najeem Salaam chosen as ADC’s Osun governorship candidate for 2026
Former Osun State Assembly Speaker, Najeem Salaam, has been selected as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the upcoming 2026 Osun governorship election. The primary took place in Osogbo, where Salaam was the sole aspirant for the ticket. The announcement was made by the ADC Primary Election Committee on June 10, 2024. Salaam expressed gratitude to party members and promised to lead with responsibility and hope.
Key takeaways
- Najeem Salaam emerged as the ADC’s sole candidate after the party’s primary in Osogbo on June 10, 2024.
- Out of 528 votes cast by delegates, Salaam received 520 valid votes, with 8 voided ballots.
- The ADC Primary Election Committee, chaired by Emeka Nwajiuba, officially declared Salaam as the party’s flag bearer.
- In his acceptance speech, Salaam thanked the ADC for their trust and acknowledged the challenges ahead.
- The 2026 Osun governorship election will feature Salaam representing the ADC as their official candidate.
