The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Dr. Najeem Folasayo Salaam, has formally presented his policy blueprint for the 2026 elections, pledging to overhaul the state’s governance structure and drive economic revival.
Speaking at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Osogbo on Monday, Salaam outlined a vision centered on worker welfare, agricultural revolution, youth employment, improved healthcare, and quality education. He emphasized that his administration would restore public trust through transparent and inclusive leadership.
Describing the state as being at a pivotal moment, Salaam urged residents to join him in what he called a journey of transformation. “We are here not just to launch a document, but to mark the beginning of a new era for Osun,” he stated. “This is a call to rise together and create a future of opportunity and prosperity.”
The former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly acknowledged the state’s abundant agricultural resources and cultural heritage but lamented that many citizens still grapple with unemployment, poor infrastructure, insecurity, and limited economic prospects. He argued that the core issue is not a lack of potential but the absence of purposeful leadership and strategic planning.
Salaam stressed that workers and pensioners would be treated with dignity, farmers empowered to make agriculture a key economic driver, and youths equipped with skills and job opportunities. He also highlighted electricity as a critical enabler of growth, promising to pursue alternative energy solutions and public-private partnerships to ensure reliable power supply. “No economy can thrive without power. We will invest strategically to stimulate industries, attract investors, and create jobs,” he said.
The manifesto, according to Salaam, is the result of extensive consultations with citizens across the state. He described it as a binding contract with the people, grounded in integrity and compassion. “This is more than promises; it is a covenant founded on a clear vision of shared prosperity,” he concluded.