Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has disclosed that his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027 stems from a blend of ethical considerations and infrastructural progress. The governor made this known after inspecting the ongoing work on the Ibadan-Ile Ife-Ilesa Expressway, where he commended the president for his commitment to road projects in Osun and the South-West region.
According to a statement from his spokesman, Olawale Rasheed, on Monday, Adeleke emphasized that his support goes beyond political lines, reflecting the aspirations of the people of Osun and the broader Yoruba community. He described Tinubu as a son, father, and leader deserving of backing.
Adeleke noted that he needed no urging to publicly express his support for Tinubu’s reelection bid. As governor of the president’s ancestral home, he felt a natural duty to embrace him. He quipped that while Osun residents consider themselves fortunate to have one of their own as president, Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu might argue he is even luckier.
The governor praised the speed and quality of the expressway reconstruction, stating it would enhance connectivity and boost economic activities across Osun’s major towns. He highlighted that his administration has rehabilitated several federal roads since 2022 and reconstructed over 300 kilometers of state roads.
Adeleke called on the Federal Government to approve reimbursements for federal roads repaired by the state and expressed gratitude for the approval of the Ibadan-Iwo-Osogbo and Gbongan-Akoda road projects. He plans to formally request presidential approval for the reconstruction of the Osogbo-Ilesa Road, emphasizing that more federal support would accelerate infrastructure development.
Additionally, the governor pledged to ensure free and fair elections in Osun, particularly during the upcoming governorship poll on August 15, affirming his commitment to democratic principles.