Osun Assembly endorses Adeleke for second term

 

Members of the Osun State House of Assembly have unanimously endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second term in office.

The lawmakers unanimously passed the vote of confidence in the governor ahead of the 2026 governorship poll in the state.

This followed a motion moved by Hon. Adewumi Adeyemi, representing the Obokun State Constituency and seconded by Taofiq Olayiwola from Ede South State Constituency.

Assembly Speaker, Adewale Egbedun, who presided over the Tuesday's plenary, praised the governor’s achievements in celebration of his 65th birthday.

He commended the governor for his dedication to the development of Osun State, highlighting his impactful governance and commitment to his five-point agenda.

The Speaker explained that the lawmakers, as representatives of the people, took pride in the governor’s leadership and urged him to continue striving for even greater accomplishments.

While inviting his colleagues to share their thoughts on the endorsement, Simeon Popoola, representing the Boripe-Boluwaduro State Constituency, delivered a heartfelt tribute to the governor, praising his integrity and genuine nature.

He said, “Politics aside, Mr Governor is a plain-minded personality, loving and genuine. These attributes have greatly assisted him in his performance.”

Following the motion, the Speaker called for a vote, which the chamber upheld.

The lawmakers comprised of 25 members from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and one from the All Progressives Congress (APC) expressed their full support for the governor.