Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the rising political tension in the state, warning that the situation could undermine peace and democratic stability ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election.
Adeleke made the appeal on Monday while addressing supporters during a campaign rally in Olorunda Local Government Area of Osun State, where he expressed concern over alleged political violence and the loss of lives.
The governor urged President Tinubu to use his influence to prevent further escalation and ensure a peaceful electoral process.
In a statement shared on his official X account, Adeleke said the people of Osun deserve a peaceful environment and a credible election ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“At the campaign rally today in Olorunda Local Government Area, I appealed directly to Mr. President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu; Osun is bleeding, and our people will not be intimidated. His intervention is needed,” Adeleke said.
He added:
“The loss of innocent lives in Osun must stop. All we are asking for is simply a free and fair election.”
The governor appealed to Tinubu to act as the leader of the country by protecting Nigeria’s democratic values, recalling the President’s role in the struggle for democracy.
“Mr President must act as the father of this nation and help safeguard the democracy he fought for,” he said.
Adeleke also reminded the President that the 2027 general elections are approaching, warning against any actions capable of damaging Nigeria’s democratic process.
“I reminded the President that the 2027 general elections are also around the corner, and he should not allow anybody to ruin his name and the democracy he fought along with many others.”
The governor further cautioned against a repeat of the political violence that characterised parts of the country during the 1983 elections.
“It is our collective prayer that, as a country, we may never witness such incidents as the political violence of 1983, particularly in the South-West,” Adeleke said.
He added:
“Democracy works when the people freely choose their leaders, a demand that is not too much for the citizens of Osun State to make.”
Adeleke said his appeal was aimed at ensuring a peaceful political atmosphere and protecting the right of Osun residents to freely choose their representatives through a transparent electoral process.
