Osun ADC picks female running mate for strategic inclusion — Salaam

Author: Francis EzediunoPublished on: April 12, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Osun ADC picks female running mate for strategic inclusion — Salaam

ADC governorship candidate in Osun State, Najeem Folasayo Salaam, selected Yemisi Agiri as his running mate for strategic reasons aimed at broadening representation within the campaign. During the ADC congress in Osogbo, Salaam pledged to prioritize inclusive governance if elected on August 15. Issa Adesiji was elected as state chairman, along with other members of the new executive.

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