The National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, has asserted that the ruling government will be unable to rig the forthcoming elections, saying he is fully aware of their tactics.
Aregbesola made the remarks on Tuesday during the unveiling of the ADC in Osogbo, noting that the event coincided with the 15th anniversary of his administration assuming office in Osun State — an occasion he described as symbolic.
Aregbesola emphasised that the ADC offers a credible alternative to addressing Nigeria’s pressing issues, including insecurity, maladministration, poverty, hunger, and lack of good governance.
“Today marks the 15th year we have been in Osun State, and our government was also sworn in at this very location. It was on a Friday, but today is the day of victory (Tuesday). God has shattered the present Government, and even the Government at the center.
They cannot rig the election, we know their tactics, go and start taking good care of Old women who have reached menopause, clothe them in good clothes, and let them sit in tens on the election day at different polling units and leave the rest to us.
They tried their best but God is not with them because they didn’t start with God they are selfish. They have been disgraceful in all standards, in the economy, security, governance, and others. By August next year we will certainly meet in Abere, after August we will take over the presidency.
There is nowhere in Osun that the people do not resonate with what we represent.
Our achievements and legacies when we were here continue to speak for us. That is why we get the kind of reception we have anytime we come here, particularly Osogbo, the state capital,” he said.
Aregbesola’s comments highlight his party’s confidence ahead of the 2026 elections, underscoring their belief in strong grassroots support and the enduring appeal of their past governance record.
