Political activities ahead of the next governorship election in Osun State gathered fresh momentum as a member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Bamidele Salam, donated 10 vehicles and 150 motorcycles to coordinators working for the re election campaign of Governor Ademola Adeleke.
The large scale empowerment initiative was unveiled during a political gathering held in Ede, the hometown of Governor Adeleke, where party loyalists, youth supporters, traditional leaders, and grassroots mobilizers assembled in large numbers to demonstrate support for the governor’s second term ambition.
The event marked one of the most visible campaign mobilization efforts so far ahead of the Osun governorship election, with political observers describing it as a major boost for the Peoples Democratic Party structure in the state.
Hon. Salam, who represents Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore, and Ejigbo Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, explained that the vehicles and motorcycles were provided to improve movement and coordination among party officials at the grassroots level.
According to the lawmaker, effective transportation remains essential during election campaigns, particularly in rural communities where coordinators are often required to travel across several wards and polling units to mobilize supporters and monitor campaign activities.
He stated that the donation was part of a broader effort to ensure that the party remains organized and fully prepared ahead of the election season.
The beneficiaries of the motorcycles reportedly included ward coordinators, youth leaders, women mobilizers, and local campaign supervisors from across the constituency. The 10 vehicles were also handed over to selected campaign structures to support logistics and operational activities during the campaign period.
Addressing supporters at the gathering, Salam expressed confidence that Governor Adeleke would secure another term in office based on what he described as visible achievements recorded by the administration in different sectors of governance.
He praised the governor for ongoing infrastructure projects, road rehabilitation efforts, workers’ welfare reforms, and investments in education and healthcare across Osun State.
The federal lawmaker urged party members to remain united and focused, stressing that internal cooperation and grassroots engagement would play a major role in determining the outcome of the election.
The event attracted several prominent members of the Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State, including campaign officials and community stakeholders who pledged continued support for the governor’s administration.
Speaking during the programme, Mrs. Modupeola Adeleke Sanni, sister to Governor Adeleke, commended Hon. Salam for what she described as a remarkable demonstration of loyalty and commitment to the success of the party.
She encouraged beneficiaries to use the vehicles and motorcycles responsibly and remain dedicated to peaceful political mobilization across their various communities.
According to her, the empowerment initiative would strengthen campaign operations and help party coordinators reach more residents at the grassroots level.
Also speaking at the event, Senator Lere Oyewumi, Director General of the Imole Campaign Council, applauded Salam for sustaining support for the governor and investing in party development at the local level.
Oyewumi noted that grassroots politics remains the foundation of electoral success in Nigeria, adding that campaigns are most effective when party structures are active within communities.
He urged coordinators to maintain discipline and avoid actions capable of creating political tension during the campaign process.
The atmosphere at the event reflected growing political excitement ahead of the governorship election, with supporters chanting slogans and displaying banners in support of Governor Adeleke’s re election bid.
Political analysts believe the donation of vehicles and motorcycles is not only aimed at strengthening campaign logistics but also intended to boost morale among grassroots supporters who play critical roles during elections.
Governor Adeleke, who came into office after defeating the All Progressives Congress in the previous governorship election, continues to enjoy strong support in several parts of the state, particularly among young people and civil servants.
His administration has repeatedly highlighted achievements in infrastructure development, payment of salaries and pensions, education reform, and social welfare programmes as reasons why voters should renew his mandate.
However, opposition parties in the state are also expected to intensify preparations in the coming months as political competition ahead of the election continues to grow.
With campaign activities gradually increasing across Osun State, observers expect more endorsements, empowerment programmes, and political rallies as parties begin full mobilization for what is expected to become a highly competitive governorship contest.
For many supporters at the Ede gathering, the latest donation represents more than campaign support. They described it as a sign of growing confidence within the ruling party as preparations continue for another major political battle in Osun State.
