Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke says President Bola Tinubu calls to congratulate him after his re-election win in the August 15, 2026 governorship election. Adeleke also states that Tinubu urged him to encourage Fatai Oyebamiji to accept the outcome.
Multiple outlets report Adeleke made the comments shortly after being declared the winner. The Punch adds that Adeleke thanks Tinubu for his role in the election and says he expects Oyebamiji to place a congratulatory call. Legit.ng likewise reports Tinubu’s phone message and frames it as support for Adeleke while conveying a message for Oyebamiji to accept the result. Daily Post Nigeria focuses on the fact of the presidential congratulation following Adeleke’s victory.
Across the reports, the key points remain consistent: Tinubu contacts Adeleke after the declaration and Adeleke responds publicly by highlighting the congratulatory gesture and anticipating further calls from Oyebamiji.
