Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has taken solace that divine support and the backing of the people will secure his re-election later this year.
The governor spoke on Monday at a New Year interfaith prayer session held at the State Secretariat, attended by labour leaders, religious figures and public servants.
He said his administration had surmounted numerous challenges over the past three years and would similarly overcome the hurdles ahead of the forthcoming election.
According to Adeleke, his government’s journey since assuming office has been sustained by faith and resilience.
“Our God has remained our sustainer, defender and protector. From the very beginning, He has fought our battles for us. Those who rise against us are confronted by a higher power,” he said.
He described his administration as a testament to what he called ‘divine grace,’ adding that his government had prevailed over obstacles that once appeared insurmountable.
“We are living proof that God rules in the affairs of men. Time and again, we have overcome challenges and emerged victorious. As God remains the same yesterday, today and forever, we shall continue to prevail and remain undefeated,” the governor said.
Adeleke also highlighted the achievements of his administration, stating that he had implemented people-centred policies since taking office and delivered tangible results across key sectors of the state’s economy.
“From my first day in office, we prioritised programmes that directly impact the lives of our people. Three years on, we have kept faith with Osun residents and honoured our promises,” he stated.
The governor listed interventions for senior citizens, support for the poor and vulnerable, rehabilitation of roads and bridges, empowerment of artisans, and efforts to address challenges in education and healthcare among the accomplishments of his administration.
He further stated that his government was gradually resolving inherited salary and pension arrears, despite skepticism from political opponents.
“Under very difficult circumstances, we are addressing half-salary payments and pension backlogs which some claimed were impossible to resolve. We have ensured that Osun resources work for Osun people and created a more enabling environment for investors,” Adeleke said.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), in Osun State, Comrade Christopher Arapasopo, reiterated labour’s commitment to supporting the governor’s re-election, declaring that workers would vote en masse for Adeleke during the August 8, 2026 governorship election.
Religious leaders also offered prayers and goodwill messages.
The Chief Imam of Osogbo, Sheikh Musa Animasaun, and the Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), in the state, Dr John Adeleke, praised the governor’s consistent public expression of faith and prayed for divine guidance to help resolve the state’s challenges and ease the path to his re-election
