The apex court on Tuesday upheld Adeleke’s election, declaring him as the winner of July 16, 2022 Osun governorship poll.
Oyetola, in a statement released yesterday, said although the court’s verdict was against the wish of his party’s members and supporters, he accepted it in the interest of peace and development of the state.
The former governor urged All Progressives Congress (APC) members, his supporters and those who voted for him in the July 16, 2022 election to accept the judgment as God’s will and move on.
He said: “We strongly believe we presented a good case before the Supreme Court, but it thought otherwise and has given its verdict. While the outcome is against our wish and that of our party members and supporters, we are all bound to accept it as law-abiding citizens.
“To our members and supporters across the state, I urge you all to accept the verdict of the court and move on. The current situation is a win-win for us. It’s both a loss and victory combined into one. While we lost Osun technically, we gained Nigeria.”
He appreciated the leadership of the party in the state and at the national level for their commitment and support throughout the legal tussle.
“I remain committed to the growth and development of Osun. I will therefore continue to work with well-meaning people of the state, associations and institutions to facilitate development in our dear state.
“To Osun Governor, Senator Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke, I take this opportunity to congratulate you on your victory at the Supreme Court. While I pray for your tenure to be prosperous for our people and the state, I urge you to focus on delivery of good governance,” Oyetola said.
