President Bola Tinubu has charged the Governorship flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Osun State, Munirudeen Oyebamiji, to be magnanimous in victory.
The President, in a statement on Saturday, congratulated Oyebamiji on his emergence as the governorship candidate of the APC in Osun State following the party's primary election held on Saturday.
The statement, signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President,
(Information & Strategy),applauded all the aspirants who graciously stepped down in favour of Oyebamiji, demonstrating party loyalty and a collective commitment to the APC's ideals.
President Tinubu also praised the Osun State APC for the unity and spirit of reconciliation that preceded and also permeated the primary election conducted through affirmation.
He advised the winner 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 stated.
"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.
A former national secretary of the party, Iyiola Omisore however stated ways from the Congress following his disqualification by the party's screening committee.