Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has openly declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s second-term ambition ahead of the 2027 general election.
The governor described his endorsement of Tinubu as a decision driven by morality and development, saying it aligns with the interests of Osun State and the Yoruba people.
Adeleke made the remarks after inspecting ongoing construction work on the Ibadan-Ile Ife-Ilesa expressway, where he commended the pace of the project and the federal government’s commitment to infrastructure in the state.
“As governor of the ancestral birthplace of Mr President, how can I have my own in the saddle and think twice before embracing him?” he said.
The governor added that he feels honoured, alongside Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to have what he described as an “illustrious son” of the Yoruba race leading the country.
According to Adeleke, his support for the president goes beyond political affiliation and is rooted in appreciation for federal interventions in Osun.
He noted that the ongoing road project would improve transportation across major towns in the state and complement his administration’s infrastructure drive.
Adeleke also disclosed that his government has rehabilitated several federal roads since assuming office in 2022 and reconstructed more than 300 kilometres of state roads.
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He expressed optimism that the federal government would refund the state for repairs carried out on federal roads and revealed plans to seek approval for the reconstruction of the Osogbo-Ilesa road.
The governor further applauded Tinubu for approving the Ibadan-Iwo-Osogbo and Gbongan-Akoda road projects.
“With God and people, democracy shall triumph on August 15. President has repeatedly advocated free and fair elections,” Adeleke stated.
“As a government, we will deploy all means within the law to ensure free and fair election on August 15 and beyond. We know and believe the President meant well for Osun state.”