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August 16, 2026

Ex-senator Iyabo Obasanjo congratulates Gov Adeleke on re-election

She said Mr Adeleke’s victory proves the confidence and trust the people of the state have in his leadership.

Iyabo Obasanjo, Gov Adeleke
August 16, 2026

Ogun PDP guber candidate Oladipupo Adebutu hails Gov Adeleke’s victory, says APC is ‘sinking ship’

“The APC is a sinking ship in Ogun State. No amount of padding—whether of election figures, contracts, or political theatrics—can stop their downfall,” Mr Adebutu said.

Gov. Adeleke, Adebutu
August 16, 2026

Governors’ forum congratulates Gov Adeleke on re-election

The group said Mr Adeleke’s achievements and personal qualities helped him win the keenly contested election.

Governor Ademola Adeleke
August 16, 2026

INEC, security agencies passed Osun election key test, says YIAGA Africa

Yiaga Africa said the Osun election demonstrated that INEC could meet a high operational standard, apply the Electoral Act 2026 and transmit results transparently.

Yiaga Africa
August 16, 2026

Osun election reflects people’s will, strengthens Nigeria’s democracy: Tinubu

He urged the governor to unite the people of the state and mobilise them for growth, stability and socio-economic progress, irrespective of their political choices.

Bola Tinubu and Ademola Adeleke
August 16, 2026

Osun APC weighs legal action, says election process not over

“An election cannot be said to have been concluded without exploring all constitutionally allowed legal opportunities to correct anomalies,” the APC said.

APC LOGO
August 16, 2026

Gov Adeleke calls for healing after divisive Osun poll

Mr Adeleke observed a minute’s silence for victims of the pre-election violence and urged community leaders and traditional institutions to embark on peace-building initiatives.

Osun governor, Ademola Adeleke
August 16, 2026

IPAC hails Adeleke’s victory, commends Osun voters for defending democracy

The chairman highly commended INEC, security agencies and civil society groups.

Governor Ademola Adeleke
August 16, 2026

INEC declares Adeleke winner of Osun governorship election

INEC declared Mr Adeleke the winner after he defeated his closest rival, Bola Oyebamiji of the APC, and 13 other contestants.

Ademola Adeleke
August 16, 2026

FULL LIST: INEC results show Adeleke as winner of Osun 2026 governorship election

Governor Ademola Adeleke is on the verge of being declared the winner of the Osun governorship poll by INEC.

Adeleke