The people of Ikire town in Irewole Local Government area of Osun State have come together in celebration and thanksgiving to Al...
The people of Ikire town in Irewole Local Government area of Osun State have come together in celebration and thanksgiving to Almighty God for the successful re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke and the victory recorded at the polls.
The celebration, which brought together party leaders, political stakeholders, community leaders, youths, women, supporters and residents across Ikire, was marked by gratitude to God and appreciation for the people who contributed to the success of the electoral process.
Speaking during the celebration, the Omo Apesin of Ikireland and Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Senator Akogun Lere Kamorudeen Oyewumi, expressed profound gratitude to Almighty God for the victory and thanked the entire good people of Ikire for their unwavering love, confidence, support and commitment before, during and after the election.
Senator Oyewumi particularly appreciated the people of Ikire for standing together and demonstrating their confidence in the leadership of Governor Adeleke.
He described the victory as a testament to the power of the people and a renewed mandate to continue delivering good governance and development to the people of Osun State.
Senator Oyewumi, however, stressed that the election had now come and gone, urging everyone to put political differences aside and return to the path of unity, peace and collective development.
The Ikire born politician said, “The election has come and gone. What matters now is the future of Ikireland. We must come together as one people, regardless of political differences, and work collectively for the progress, peace and development of our land.”
The Senator appealed to supporters across political divides to embrace one another, avoid bitterness and rancour, and focus on issues that will improve the lives of the people.
Senator Oyewumi further emphasized that politics should never be allowed to destroy the longstanding relationships, brotherhood and unity that exist among the people of the ancient Ikire community.
He said the time had come for everyone political leaders, traditional institutions, religious leaders, youths, women, professionals, business owners, civil servants and residents to join hands in building a more prosperous and peaceful Ikire.
The celebration also provided an opportunity to appreciate the resilience and peaceful disposition of the people of Ikire throughout the electoral period as Senator Oyewumi commended everyone who contributed to maintaining peace and democratic participation, while encouraging the people to continue to support initiatives aimed at advancing the community.
He reiterated his commitment to the development of Ikireland and assured the people that their interests, welfare and aspirations would remain a priority. The gathering concluded with prayers of thanksgiving to Almighty God for the victory, with renewed calls for peace, unity and a stronger commitment to the collective progress of Ikire.
As the political season continues, the message from Ikire is clear: the election Governor election is over, the people have spoken, and it is now time to unite, heal and build together for the greater good of Ikireland.
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