The People Spoke with ‘Courage and Clarity’ Obi Says as He Congratulates Adeleke on Osun Victory
Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State for his victory at the Saturday August 15, election in the state.
In a statement he personally signed and shared on his social media handles, Obi also congratulated the people of Osun State for their courage and firmness in defending their “mandate.”
Part of the statement reads:
“I warmly congratulate Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election and the good people of Osun State on this important democratic victory. They – Osun people – have spoken with courage and clarity, reaffirming that the power to choose their leaders belongs to the people. Through his commitment to the people, compassion for their needs, and the strength of his work and achievements in office, Governor @AAdeleke_01 has earned their renewed confidence and been entrusted once again with their mandate.
“I particularly commend the courageous youths of Osun who rose to the occasion and peacefully defended their democratic mandate. Their vigilance and determination demonstrate that when citizens stand firmly to protect their votes, the forces of good can overcome the forces of darkness.
Obi, a former governor of Anambra State noted that “the lesson from Osun is clear: democracy is strongest when citizens are alert, conscious of their civic responsibility, and determined to ensure that their votes count. Every genuine vote must be respected, and every lawful mandate must be protected.
He called on Nigerians to take the cue from the Osun electorate as head of the 2027 general elections urging everyone to be ready to actively participate in the interest of Nigeria’s growing democracy.
He wrote: This is also a clarion call as we approach 2027. Nigerians must remain informed, participate actively, vote, and protect their votes. The Nigerian people are the ones experiencing hunger, deprivation, insecurity, and hardship; therefore, they are also the ones with the power, through their votes, to bring about the change that will end these conditions.
“I urge all political actors to place the interests of the people above partisan considerations and to embrace peace, unity, and the rule of law. Elections should never be battles of violence, but contests of ideas, competence, character, and service.
“May the Osun experience strengthen our confidence in the democratic process and inspire Nigerians everywhere to remain vigilant and committed to building a just, secure, prosperous, and truly people-centred nation.