Pelumi Olajengbesi, the Accord Party candidate for Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will garner over a million votes in Osun State for the forthcoming presidential election. Olajengbesi made this statement after a meeting with President Tinubu's son, Seyi Tinubu. He cited the recent reconciliation achieved in Osun State following the governorship election as a key factor in securing votes for the President.
The reconciliation in Osun State was achieved after the governorship election, which saw Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party win with 511,067 votes. Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress polled 444,815 votes, while Najeem Salam of the African Democratic Congress scored 17,180 votes. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission, Osun State has over 2.3 million registered voters, with 1.9 million Permanent Voter Cards collected.
Olajengbesi, who is also the spokesman for the re-election campaign of Governor Ademola Adeleke, emphasized that the Governor has expressed commitment to supporting President Tinubu's re-election. This commitment, combined with the reconciliation achieved in the state, has set a clear political objective to mobilize over one million votes for President Tinubu in Osun State.
During the meeting, Olajengbesi appreciated Seyi Tinubu for his encouragement, push, and support for youth representation in governance. He praised Seyi Tinubu for his fair position during the Osun State governorship election and for consistently engaging with young people, strengthening their negotiating power, and supporting their aspirations.
Olajengbesi described Seyi Tinubu as one of the most consequential bets young Nigerians have had around the current administration. He noted that Seyi Tinubu has opened doors, built relationships, and invested in possibilities for young people. This, according to Olajengbesi, has been instrumental in promoting youth representation in governance.
Governor Adeleke has reiterated his position to support President Tinubu's re-election shortly after being declared the winner of the governorship election. This public declaration of support is seen as a significant boost to President Tinubu's chances in Osun State.
With the momentum gained in Osun State, President Tinubu's re-election campaign is expected to receive a significant boost. The President's ability to secure over a million votes in the state will depend on various factors, including the continued support of Governor Adeleke and other stakeholders.
Key points
- President Tinubu may secure over a million votes in Osun State for the next presidential election.
- Governor Ademola Adeleke has expressed commitment to supporting President Tinubu's re-election.
- Seyi Tinubu has been instrumental in promoting youth representation in governance.
