Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has expressed optimism that divine intervention and popular support will secure his re-election later this year.
The governor made the remarks on Monday during a New Year interfaith prayer session held at the State Secretariat, which was attended by labour leaders, religious stakeholders and public servants.
He said his administration had overcome numerous obstacles in the last three years and remained confident of surmounting challenges associated with the forthcoming election.
According to Adeleke, his administration’s progress since assuming office has been anchored on faith and perseverance.
“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.
The governor described his tenure as evidence of what he termed divine grace, noting that his government had prevailed over challenges that initially seemed 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,” he declared.
Adeleke also outlined the accomplishments of his administration, saying people-focused policies had been implemented since his first day in office, with measurable outcomes 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 said.
He listed initiatives targeting senior citizens, assistance for the poor and vulnerable, rehabilitation of roads and bridges, empowerment of artisans, and interventions in education and healthcare as major achievements of his government.
The governor further noted that his administration was making steady progress in addressing inherited salary and pension arrears, despite doubts expressed by critics.
“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 Osun State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Comrade Christopher Arapasopo, reaffirmed organised labour’s support for the governor, stating that workers would vote overwhelmingly for Adeleke in the August 8, 2026 governorship election.
Religious leaders at the event also offered prayers and messages of goodwill.
The Chief Imam of Osogbo, Sheikh Musa Animasaun, and the Osun State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Dr John Adeleke, praised the governor for openly expressing his faith and prayed for divine wisdom to guide his administration, address the state’s challenges and support his re-election bid.
