Omisore's Political Machine Throws Weight Behind Adeleke's Second Term Bid.

In a significant political development ahead of Osun State's August 15 gubernatorial election, Senator Iyiola Omisore has announced that his entire political network across the state will back Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election campaign.

Speaking on Wednesday, Omisore made it clear that this decision comes from a place of wanting what's best for Osun State and its people. "As we move toward the August 15 gubernatorial election, our position is clear, our structure is united, and our support is total. Osun is moving forward," he stated.

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Meanwhile, Governor Adeleke launched his re-election bid at Osogbo's Freedom Park, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of supporters and Accord Party faithful. The event took on extra significance as several Omisore loyalists officially switched allegiance to the ruling party.

Adeleke used the platform to address recent legal challenges facing his party, particularly Monday's Federal High Court ruling that ordered the deregistration of several political parties, including the Accord Party. The governor remained defiant, assuring supporters that his party would still appear on the ballot come election day.

"Let me start by assuring you all Accord will be on the ballot; your votes will count; and I will be re-elected as your governor on August 15th," Adeleke declared to cheers from the crowd.

He vowed not to be intimidated by what he called "forces of darkness," saying, "All lawful means are being deployed to sustain and retain our rights to vote and be voted for. We will not bow to dark forces; we remain courageous, and we shall again be victorious by the special grace of God."

The governor urged his supporters to remain energized and focused, calling on them to mobilize voters across all polling units. "There should be no dull moments. From this assembly for democracy, the light of good governance must continue to spread to all corners of Osun state," he added.