All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the August 15, 2026 election in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), yesterday congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his victory as declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Oyebamiji, who spoke yesterday in Osogbo while addressing APC leaders, members and supporters on the outcome of the election and preparations for the 2027 general elections, also called on Adeleke to take immediate steps to end the killings, harassment and intimidation of APC members and supporters.
The APC candidate expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his support before, during and after the governorship election, while also commending former governor Bisi Akande for his counsel and support.
He similarly praised the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and former Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, for what he described as his efforts in repositioning the APC in Osun State.
Recalling his emergence as the APC governorship candidate in December 2025, Oyebamiji said the various tendencies within the party subsequently put aside their differences and worked towards a common objective of securing victory for the party.
However, Oyebamiji expressed deep concern over what he described as unwarranted violence before, during and particularly after the election.
He specifically recalled the killings of former Irewole local government chairman, Hon. Remi Abass; APC chairman in Atakumosa Local Government, Chief Gbenga Ogbara; Dele Ayegbo, nephew of the director-general of the APC governorship campaign council, Hon. Wole Oke; and more than 35 other victims.
He called on the Nigeria Police Force to thoroughly investigate the killings and ensure that those responsible were brought to justice.
Oyebamiji also extended condolences to the families of victims of political violence, assuring them that they would not be abandoned.
While congratulating Adeleke on his victory and joining Osun State in commemorating its 35th anniversary, Oyebamiji urged the governor to use his constitutional responsibilities to protect the lives and property of residents.
