Abuja:Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun has committed to rallying support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, emphasizing the need for another four years to solidify the administration’s economic reforms.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Adeleke made this announcement on Wednesday during the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council at the State House. He expressed that the president requires more time for his reforms to take effect and pledged his full support for Tinubu’s second term.
The governor, who was recently re-elected under the Accord Party, expressed confidence in Tinubu’s prospects for securing another term. He declared that the momentum for the 2027 presidential election is already gaining strength and urged for proactive efforts over mere rhetoric, highlighting that preparations for the campaign are underway.
Adeleke also called on Nigerians to continue praying for President Tinubu and other leaders, stressing that the nation’s progress is linked to their success. He was named the coordinator of Tinubu’s campaign in Osun in a revised campaign council list, which also included FCT Minister Nyesom Wike as coordinator for Rivers and the FCT, and Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo.
At the inauguration event, APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda described the assembly as a ‘rainbow coalition’ of various political parties collaborating. The APC plans to commence its presidential campaign in Kaduna on October 24.