Christian group congratulates Adeleke on Osun re-election

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The Organisation of African Instituted Churches, Nigeria Region, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election at the weekend.

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In a letter dated August 16, the OAIC Regional Secretary, Snr. Ap. Joe O. Okoh, on behalf of the Regional President, HME Elder Israel Akinadewo FCA, PhD, said Adeleke’s victory was well-deserved.

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The letter shared with PUNCH Online on Monday read, “Your victory at the polls is a significant expression of the confidence and trust which the good people of Osun State have reposed in your leadership and administration.

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“We consider your renewed mandate an opportunity to consolidate on the achievements of your first term and further advance the peace, unity, welfare and socio-economic development of Osun State.

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“As an Indigenous Christian body committed to peace, good governance, justice and the wellbeing of our nation, which your humble self is a member through a member-church, the OAIC Nigeria Region joins your family, Government and the entire people of Osun State in celebrating this remarkable electoral success.”

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The organisation prayed for divine wisdom, sound health, courage and discernment for Adeleke as he begins his renewed mandate.

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It added, “May your second term usher in greater development, prosperity, peace and progress for all the people of Osun State, irrespective of political, religious or other affiliations.

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“Please be assured of the prayers and goodwill of the OAIC Nigeria Region as you prepare to commence another term of service to the people.”

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Adeleke, the incumbent governor, won the August 15, 2026 Osun governorship election and was declared winner by INEC on Sunday, August 16.

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He contested on the Accord Party platform and polled 511,067 votes.

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His closest challenger, Bola Oyebamiji of the APC, scored 444,815 votes, giving Adeleke a winning margin of 66,252 votes.

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Najeem Salaam of the ADC came third with 17,180 votes.

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Adeleke reportedly won 19 of the state’s 30 LGAs, while Oyebamiji won 11.

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The election featured 15 candidates, although the contest largely centred on Adeleke and Oyebamiji.

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