Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has declared that no one will be able to rig or manipulate the outcome of the August 15 governorship election in the state.
Adeleke made the assertion while addressing supporters at a campaign rally in Oke-Ila, Ifedayo Local Government Area, urging residents to come out in large numbers to vote and protect their ballots.
According to a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor expressed confidence that the people of Osun would ensure that every valid vote counts.
“I heard some politicians vowing to steal the votes. Where and how? Osun votes are untouchable. This is Osun State, the heart of the Yoruba nation. Nobody can rig us out here,” Adeleke said.
He maintained that the electorate was prepared to defend its mandate at the polls.
“The people’s votes will be defended. Their will on August 15 will become a reality,” he added.
The governor also said the people of Osun would not be intimidated during the election.
“Osun people are not scared. Osun people are not cowards. They will vote and defend their votes,” he stated.
Adeleke further expressed confidence that his administration’s performance in office would earn him another term.
“Our records speak for us,” he said.
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