The August 15, 2026, Osun governorship election may have been a contest for the Government House in Osogbo, but its political significance extends far beyond the state. In many respects, it served as an early test of the alliances, personalities, party structures and mobilisation strategies that could shape Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.The election tested the
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described the recent governorship election as a major test of the state’s democratic values and commitment to the rule of law. Adeleke stated this in a broadcast marking the 35th anniversary of Osun State, where he commended residents for remaining committed to democracy despite the tensions and challenges surrounding
Gov Adeleke hails Tinubu over credible Osun guber poll Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has thanked President Bola Tinubu following his re-election. On Sunday, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared him winner of the August 15 governorship poll. Speaking to the press after the declaration, the governor confirmed that President Tinubu has called
BREAKING: INEC Declares Adeleke Winner of Osun Guber Election, Defeats APC Candidate by 66,252 Votes The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the incumbent Governor of Osun State and Accord Party candidate, Ademola Adeleke, winner of the 2026 governorship election. Adeleke polled 511,067 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the All
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Dele Momodu, has endorsed Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second term, arguing that the governor deserves to remain in office based on his administration’s performance. Momodu said Adeleke’s achievements in infrastructure, governance and other sectors have demonstrated his commitment to the development of the state.
Remain Vigilant, Dele Momodu Warns Adeleke Ahead of Osun Guber Poll Veteran journalist and publisher, Dele Momodu, has urged Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to remain vigilant ahead of the August 15 governorship election, warning of possible challenges during the electoral process. Momodu, in a message to Adeleke on Friday, described the governor as his
Why Osun Gov’t Account was Frozen – EFCC Responds The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained its decision to freeze the bank accounts of the Osun State Government, saying the action was taken to prevent the alleged diversion of public funds amid an ongoing investigation into suspected financial misconduct involving about ₦11 billion.
Adeleke Drags EFCC to Court Over Freeze of Osun Govt Account By Kabir Akintayo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Wednesday announced plans to challenge the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in court over the freezing of the state government’s bank account, describing the action as illegal and a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. Addressing
BREAKING: Drama as EFCC Freezes Osun Govt Account 10 Days to Guber Election The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly frozen an Osun State Government account domiciled with First Bank, 10 days before the state’s governorship election scheduled for August 15. Documents cited in reports indicated that the account, reportedly used for the
The Executive Director of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Professor Ishaq Akintola, has urged Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to prepare to leave Government House ahead of the 2027 governorship election, expressing confidence that the governor would not secure another term in office. Akintola made the remarks on Monday in a statement assessing the political