Pelumi Olajengbesi, a lawyer and spokesman for the re-election campaign of Governor Ademola Adeleke, made this statement after a meeting with President Tinubu's son, Seyi Tinubu. Olajengbesi expressed optimism about the President's chances in Osun State, citing the reconciliation achieved in the state after the governorship election. This development is expected to boost Tinubu's vote count in the state.
The governorship election in Osun State, which took place in August, saw Governor 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 appreciated Seyi Tinubu for his encouragement, push, and support for youth representation in governance. He also acknowledged the younger Tinubu's fair position during the Osun State governorship election. Olajengbesi described Seyi Tinubu as a key figure who has consistently engaged with young people, strengthened their negotiating power, and supported their aspirations.
Governor Adeleke reiterated his position to support President Tinubu's reelection shortly after being declared the winner of the governorship election. This commitment from the governor is seen as a significant boost to Tinubu's chances in the state. Olajengbesi's statement suggests that the Accord Party and other stakeholders are working together to mobilize support for the President.
The meeting between Olajengbesi and Seyi Tinubu is seen as a strategic move to solidify support for President Tinubu in Osun State. With over 2.3 million registered voters in the state, Tinubu's campaign is likely to focus on mobilizing a significant portion of this electorate. Olajengbesi's statement suggests that the campaign is making progress in this regard.
Olajengbesi's optimism about Tinubu's chances in Osun State is based on the reconciliation achieved in the state and the commitment expressed by Governor Adeleke towards the President. With these developments, it appears that Tinubu's campaign is gaining momentum in the state. The President's son, Seyi Tinubu, has also played a key role in engaging with young people and supporting their aspirations.
Key points
- President Tinubu is expected to garner over a million votes in Osun State for the upcoming presidential election.
- The reconciliation achieved in Osun State after the governorship election is seen as a significant boost to Tinubu's chances.
- Governor Adeleke has reiterated his commitment to support President Tinubu's reelection.
