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Osun election in Nigeria: Deji Adeleke explains his confidence

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Deji Adeleke, elder brother of the governor of the Nigerian state of Osun, says he was always certain Ademola Adeleke would win the governorship election. He attributes this confidence to his assessment of the electoral balance of power, in a video shared during a victory celebration, according to Vanguard.

Dr Deji Adeleke, elder brother of Osun State governor Ademola Adeleke, said he was certain his brother would win the governorship election, despite the presidency’s support for the opposition. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Ademola Adeleke the winner of the election on Sunday, according to a video shared on X by user @OluwasayoElijiah.

Deji Adeleke said he had based his confidence on his personal prayers and faith. He was speaking on Sunday evening at a celebration held after the governor’s victory, according to the video.

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