The Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Professor Odunayo Clement Adebooye, on Sunday congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke and Visitor to the University, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election for a second term in office.

Adebooye, who described the governor’s re-election as a strong affirmation of the confidence and trust reposed in his administration, noted that the victory was a testament to his commitment to the development and wellbeing of the citizenry.

This was contained in a statement issued by the university’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), Ademola Adesoji.

The Vice-Chancellor was quoted as saying, “The re-election of His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke, is a testament to his good deeds in Osun State and the confidence the people have in his leadership. Democracy and the people have once again won.”

Adebooye also lauded the people of Osun State for their participation in the democratic process, stressing that functional education remained a potent instrument for empowering citizens and strengthening democratic values.

He said, “Functional education is a potent weapon against oppression, intimidation and ignorance. We celebrate the people of Osun State and Nigeria for allowing democracy and the people to win.”

Acknowledging Adeleke‘s support for education and his commitment to the development of the sector, Adebooye expressed optimism that his second term would provide an opportunity for the administration to consolidate its achievements and deepen its developmental programmes across the state.

The VC added that the governor’s continued leadership would further strengthen the partnership between the Osun State Government and the university, while creating greater opportunities for UNIOSUN to contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic transformation of the state.