Adeleke denies claims of electoral deal with ADC in Osun poll
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has refuted allegations that the African Democratic Congress aided his victory in the recent governorship re-election. In a statement by his spokesperson Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke insisted there was no partnership or deal with the ADC before, during, or after the election. He credited his win to God and the people of Osun, emphasizing that the ADC was not part of the coalition supporting him. The ADC’s candidate, Dr Najeem Salaam, also praised his party members and supporters for their efforts during the poll.
What we know
- Ademola Adeleke stated he had no electoral deal or partnership with the African Democratic Congress regarding the governorship election.
- He acknowledged political partners who contributed to his re-election but clarified that the ADC was not among them.
- Dr Najeem Salaam, ADC’s candidate, commended party members and supporters for their courage and participation in the election.
- Salaam expressed gratitude to ex-governor Rauf Aregbesola for his support and leadership during the election period.
- Adeleke was declared the winner of the poll with 511,067 votes, defeating Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress, who received 444,815 votes.
