Pelumi Olajengbesi, the Accord Party candidate for Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will secure over a million votes in Osun State in the forthcoming presidential election. Olajengbesi made this statement after meeting with the President's son, Seyi Tinubu. According to Olajengbesi, the reconciliation achieved in Osun State after the governorship election has paved the way for President Tinubu to garner significant support in the state.
Olajengbesi, who is also the spokesman for Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election campaign, emphasized that the governor's commitment to supporting President Tinubu's re-election bid is a clear indication of the state's readiness to rally behind the President. With over 2.3 million registered voters in Osun State and 1.9 million Permanent Voter Cards collected, the stage is set for a significant turnout in the presidential election.
Governor Adeleke, who won the August poll with 511,067 votes, had shortly after INEC declared him the winner, reiterated his support for President Tinubu's re-election. This development is seen as a boost to President Tinubu's chances in the state. Olajengbesi also appreciated Seyi Tinubu for his encouragement and support for youth representation in governance.
Olajengbesi described Seyi Tinubu as a key figure who has consistently engaged with young people, strengthened their negotiating power, and supported their aspirations. He praised Seyi Tinubu's fair position during the Osun State governorship election and his efforts to open doors, build relationships, and invest in possibilities for young Nigerians.
The Accord Party candidate also highlighted the significance of Seyi Tinubu's role in the administration, stating that he has made consequential bets on young Nigerians. Olajengbesi's statement is a clear indication that the Osun State political landscape is shifting in favor of President Tinubu.
With the presidential election scheduled for next January, political stakeholders in Osun State are gearing up for a keen contest. However, with Olajengbesi's assertion that President Tinubu is on track to secure over a million votes, it appears that the President's chances in the state are looking strong.
As the election draws near, attention will be focused on Osun State, which has a significant voter base. President Tinubu's ability to secure a strong mandate in the state will be crucial to his overall performance in the presidential election. With key stakeholders like Governor Adeleke and Seyi Tinubu backing his re-election bid, President Tinubu's prospects in Osun State look promising.
Key points
- President Bola Tinubu is expected to secure over a million votes in Osun State in the 2027 presidential election.
