Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election for another term following his victory in the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election.

Adeleke, the Accord Party candidate, was declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday morning after defeating his major challenger, All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate Bola Oyebamiji.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, and made available to journalists on Sunday, Oyebanji said Adeleke’s victory reflected the wishes of the majority of Osun voters.

The Ekiti governor congratulated Adeleke and urged him to be magnanimous in victory by reaching out to other contestants and incorporating their constructive ideas into his administration.

Oyebanji also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as providing a level playing field for all candidates who participated in the Osun governorship election.

According to him, the President’s approach contributed to a significant reduction in tension and helped create an atmosphere for a fair and credible electoral contest.

Oyebanji Commends Oyebamiji, Osun APC.

The Ekiti governor also congratulated the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, describing him as a worthy challenger in the election.

He praised members of the Osun APC for putting up a strong fight, urging them to remain committed to democratic values and return to the drawing board to strategise for future elections.

Oyebanji further commended INEC and security agencies for what he described as a job well done in conducting and securing the election.

‘Osun Will Vote Tinubu in 2027’

While acknowledging Adeleke’s victory, Oyebanji insisted that the outcome of the Osun governorship election should not be interpreted as a rejection of President Tinubu or the APC ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

He maintained that the people of Osun State would massively support Tinubu in 2027.

“This is democracy and majority of Osun voters have expressed their preference for the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke,” Oyebanji said.

He added: “Congratulations to Governor Adeleke on the electoral victory. I urge him to be magnanimous in victory and carry other contestants along in the task of building a more prosperous Osun State.”

Oyebanji also reiterated his appreciation to President Tinubu for creating what he called a level playing field for all contestants.

“This singular act of the President reduced tension and made the contest a credible one,” he said.

The Ekiti governor stressed that the Osun election result should not be viewed as a reflection of the people’s position on Tinubu.

“The outcome of the Osun Governorship election should not be misinterpreted as a true reflection of Osun people about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Certainly not. The people of Osun will massively vote for President Tinubu come January 2027,” Oyebanji added.