Osun State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has cast his vote in the ongoing local government area elections across the state on Saturday.
The governor, who arrived at his polling unit in Sagba/Abogunde Ward 2, Unit 9, in Ede, was accredited before exercising his civic duty.
The election, which is expected to new chairmen and councillors in the 30 local government areas of the State, witnessed a significant turnout of voters amidst tight security and monitoring by observers.
Speaking with journalists shortly after casting his vote, Governor Adeleke urged all eligible voters to exercise their franchise peacefully. He emphasised the importance of grassroots democracy and called on the people to participate actively without fear or intimidation.
The governor, who described the election process seamless, commended the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), for a job well done, encouraging all and sundry to come out and vote peacefully, as this was a crucial step in strengthening the nation’s democracy at the grassroots.
