ADC Candidate, Salaam, Assures Osun of Development, Preaches Issue-based Politics
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo
Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2026 Osun State election, Dr. Najeem Folasayo Salaam, has assured the people of the state of his commitment to inclusive development and responsible leadership if elected.
Salaam, a former Speaker of the state house of Assembly, gave the assurances during a courtesy visit to the palace of the Ogiyan of Ejigboland, Oba Omowonuola Oyeyode Oyesosin II, where he formally presented himself as a candidate in the forthcoming governorship election.
Speaking at the palace, he noted that Ejigboland has historically supported governorship candidates across the state without reservation.
He, however, said the time has come for other towns to reciprocate the gesture by supporting Ejigboland to produce the next governor of Osun State.
Salaam commended the reign of the current Ogiyan, describing it as a period marked by notable political and developmental progress for Ejigbo and its people.
“Since the ascension of the Ogiyan to the throne, Ejigbo has produced a Senator, a member of the House of Representatives, and two Speakers of the Osun State House of Assembly. It is now time for Ejigboland to produce a Governor,” he said.
“I want to assure my father, the Ogiyan, that I will not disappoint him, the people of Ejigboland and Osun State when I become the next Governor. I promise to run an inclusive governance where everyone will have a say”
In his response, the Ogiyan of Ejigboland, Oba Omowonuola Oyesosin II, expressed appreciation to Salaam for bringing honour to Ejigboland through his governorship ambition.
The monarch prayed for the success of his aspiration, noting that the unity, acceptance, and goodwill surrounding Dr. Salaam and the ADC are clear indications of a promising journey ahead.
