Osun 2026: Governor Adeleke Opens Wide Lead, Supporters Celebrate

The incumbent Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has taken an early lead in the ongoing governorship election, polling 177,572 votes as the collation of results continues across the state.

Adeleke’s latest figure puts him ahead in the closely contested race as results from additional polling units and local government areas continue to be collated.

The development marks a significant shift in the standings after earlier updates had shown a tight contest between the incumbent and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate.

The APC candidate had earlier recorded strong figures in several polling units, raising expectations within the opposition camp that the party could reclaim the governorship seat.

However, results emerging from key areas, including parts of Ede South and Ede North, have boosted Adeleke’s tally and helped the incumbent move into the lead.

The latest figure of 177,572 votes is still subject to the ongoing collation process, with more results expected from other local government areas.

The election has remained highly competitive, with supporters of the major candidates closely monitoring the figures as results are announced.

Although Adeleke is currently ahead based on the results available, the final outcome cannot be determined until the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) completes the collation and officially declares the winner.

Attention is now focused on the remaining results and whether the APC candidate can close the gap or regain the lead before the final declaration.

Collation is ongoing, and the figures remain subject to official verification by INEC.