A prominent Nigerian cleric, Primate Elijah Ayodele, says God has anointed Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to secure a second term in Saturday’s governorship election. Ayodele, who leads the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, also urges the governor to remain vigilant before, during and after the vote.
Both outlets report that Ayodele acknowledges Adeleke is expected to win, but adds that the All Progressives Congress (APC) could contest the outcome. He frames the potential challenge as occurring around the aftermath of the election, with the opposition reportedly planning to undermine or “snatch” victory if Adeleke is not careful enough. Ayodele’s remarks are presented as religious prophecy rather than a statement of official election results or procedures.
Neither article details evidence of planned irregularities or provides comments from the APC or election officials. The reporting focuses on the cleric’s prediction and caution to the governor as voters head to the polls.
