Osun PRP gubernatorial candidate says Gov. Adeleke will survive until he takes office.

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) governorship candidate for the August 15, 2026 Osun State election, Dr Oyelami Saliu, warned against wishing Governor Ademola Adeleke dead, stating that the governor would live to hand over power if he wins.

Saliu, a medical practitioner, made the comment on Friday during the 10th edition of the Media Parley organized by the Osun Online Publishers Association (OOPA), in response to the recent stage collapse involving Governor Adeleke.

He said he wishes the governor a long life beyond his tenure, adding that Adeleke would remain alive to hand over power to him if elected.

“Adeleke will not die; he will be alive to hand over to me. Political contests should not be accompanied by ill wishes or hostility towards opponents,” he said.

Addressing the performance of the current administration, the PRP candidate acknowledged that Governor Adeleke had made efforts in office but argued that the achievements to date were insufficient to meet the aspirations of the people of Osun State.

“The incumbent governor of Osun State has done his best. Clearly, it is time to change the current leadership. It is time for the PRP to take over the reins of governance in Osun State,” he said.

Saliu further explained that his decision to contest the governorship election was driven by his belief that Osun requires a different approach to governance and development.

“If Governor Adeleke was doing well enough, I would not be contesting against him,” he added.

The PRP flagbearer assured residents that his administration would perform better across various sectors if elected and pledged to sustain ongoing projects initiated by the present government that benefit the people.

On the issue of airport development, Saliu said he would conduct a detailed assessment of the two airport projects currently under construction before deciding which one would be most viable for completion.

He explained that his administration would prioritize projects based on feasibility, economic benefits and their capacity to drive development across the state.

The governorship candidate, while expressing confidence, said his party could provide the leadership required to move the state forward.