President Bola Tinubu congratulates Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji on his emergence as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State following the party’s primary election held on Saturday.
President Tinubu also praises the Osun State APC for the unity and spirit of reconciliation that preceded and also permeated the primary election conducted through affirmation.
The President applauds all the aspirants who graciously stepped down in favour of Oyebamiji, demonstrating party loyalty and a collective commitment to the APC’s ideals.
The President urges Asiwaju Oyebamiji to be magnanimous in victory by embracing all party leaders and former aspirants, ensuring inclusivity and cohesion as the party moves forward in the political process.
“The journey to reclaim Osun State for the progressive fold in the 2026 governorship election has begun”, the President states. “I urge all members and leaders of APC in the state to remain focused, united, and resolute. Victory is achievable, and together, we will succeed.”
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, chaired the primary election in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, where party delegates unanimously affirmed Oyebamiji’s candidature.
Bayo Onanuga,
Special Adviser to the President,
(Information & Strategy)
December 13, 2025
