President Muhammadu Buhari says he recognizes Tuesday’s Supreme Court’s verdict which upheld the victory of Senator Ademola Adeleke in the July 16, 2022 governorship election in Osun State.
In a statement issued by presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina, shortly after the judgement, the President also said he recognized the important role of the judiciary in deepening rule of law and democracy, and therefore urged the people of Osun to give their maximum support to Adeleke to steer the ship of the State aright.
“With the final decision by the Court, the President reminds the political class and their supporters that the main task at hand is to make the people feel the impact of good governance, where a prosperous, peaceful and stable Osun is guaranteed.
“He, therefore, urges all citizens and residents of the State, particularly her notable sons and daughters, to give the government of Senator Ademola Adeleke all the support it needs to ensure that programmes, policies, plans and aspirations fashioned to make individuals and businesses flourish succeed”, said the statement.
According to Buhari, “elections should be seen as the path to an end, which is the progress of the people in a peaceful environment, rather than unending bickering. This is the time for inclusion and harmony in the State at the end of litigation.”
Adesina added that “President Buhari thanks the people of Osun for contributing immensely to the development of the nation, particularly through the State’s rich cultural heritage, the several historic sites and tourist attractions, including the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
“The President trusts that the government will continue to develop the boundless resources in the State of the Living Spring, complementing the roles of the government at the Centre on national development and prosperity.”
