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Osun 2026: ADC Candidate Salaam Promises Stable Electricity

The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Osun State, Najeem Salaam, says his administration will prioritise stable electricity to drive economic growth, support businesses, and improve living standards if elected.

By Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer

1 min read 8 views Updated Aug 28, 2026
The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the August 15, 2026 Osun State election, Najeem Salaam, has promised to tackle the electricity challenges facing the state if elected governor. 

Salaam made the pledge while speaking on Oro Oselu, a political programme aired on Uniq FM, Ilesa, Osun State. 

According to a statement from his media office in Osogbo, the former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly said his campaign would focus on governance, development, and practical policies aimed at improving the lives of residents.

He noted that stable electricity is vital for economic growth, industrial development, youth employment, and the survival of small and medium-scale businesses across the state. 

Salaam added that, if elected, his administration would explore partnerships and innovative energy solutions to improve power generation and distribution in Osun State.

He also urged political actors to focus on ideas and people-centred policies rather than insults and distractions, saying Osun residents deserve leadership built on vision, peace, and sustainable development.

Meanwhile, political parties and candidates in Osun State have continued to unveil their plans ahead of the 2026 governorship election.

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The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Osun State, Najeem Salaam, says his administration will prioritise stable electricity to drive economic growth, support businesses, and improve living standards if elected. The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the August 15, 2026 Osun State election, Najeem Salaam, has promised to tackle the electricity challenges facing the...

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  • The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Osun State, Najeem Salaam, says his administration will prioritise stable electricity to drive economic growth, support businesses, and improve living standards if elected.
  • The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the August 15, 2026 Osun State election, Najeem Salaam, has promised to tackle the electricity challenges facing the state if elected governor.
  • Salaam made the pledge while speaking on Oro Oselu, a political programme aired on Uniq FM, Ilesa, Osun State.
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The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Osun State, Najeem Salaam, says his administration will prioritise stable electricity to drive economic growth, support businesses, and improve living standards if elected. The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in the August 15, 2026 Osun State election, Najeem Salaam, has promised to tackle the electricity challenges facing the...

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May 13, 2026

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