Isiaka Oyetola
The winner of the Osun All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary, Gboyega Oyetola, said he has accepted to fly the party’s flag in the September 22 election.
Speaking to newsmen after his victory on Friday night, the Chief of Staff to Governor Rauf Aregbesola stated that he was humbled by the victory.
Oyetola said: “With deep humility and a sense of duty I accept your verdict that I should carry forward the torch of our party in the next elections.
“I assure you that your choice will not be wasted.
“You have settled for a man steady in his ways, firm in his convictions about the purpose of government, which is to promote the welfare of the people, protect their rights and provide good governance.”
He also urged his co-contestants to join him in the task of winning the upcoming election.
Oyetola said: “We have only won the battle. The war lies ahead of us. Our opponents from other parties increase their arsenal to fight with us.
“But we are ready. We are tested. Like the broom sweeping away the rot, we are set and ready.
“The 60 days plus ahead will not be easy but I am confident in our ability to protect what we have.”