The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has congratulated its Oyo State counterpart on the resounding victory recorded in the just concluded by-election for Ibadan North Federal Constituency, describing the outcome as another testament to the people’s rejection of failed leadership.
In a statement signed by the State Chairman, Hon. Sunday Bisi, on Sunday, the Osun PDP commended the people of Oyo State for once again demonstrating that sovereignty truly resides with the electorate in a constitutional democracy.
The party noted that the emergence of Hon. Folajinmi Oyekunle as the newly elected federal lawmaker reflected the “deep-seated resentment” against the All Progressives Congress (APC), which it accused of relying solely on “a pyrrhic federal might and violent plots to subvert the will of the people.”
“The people have spoken loudly in Ibadan North. This victory shows that no amount of intimidation or manipulation can prevail over the collective resolve of Nigerians who yearn for genuine representation,” the statement read in part.
The Osun PDP particularly saluted Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for what it described as his exemplary leadership and outstanding performance, which have continued to cement the bond between the PDP and the people of Oyo State.
Urging the people of Osun to draw strength from the triumph of their neighbours, Hon. Bisi stressed that no rigging plot by “failed politicians” can derail the popular mandate entrusted to Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.
“Our Governor has kept faith with his promises. Osun people can be rest assured that Governor Adeleke will continue to deliver people-oriented policies because, to him, governance is about honouring the trust freely given by the electorate,” he said.
The party reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining grassroots development and strengthening the PDP’s grip on Osun, adding that the Ibadan North victory was a precursor to greater wins for the party across the South-West.
