Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, has pledged to promote inclusive governance if elected on August 15. During a public engagement with members of the Arewa community in Osogbo, Oyebamiji stated that his administration would integrate non-indigenes and other interest groups into governance. He emphasized that all residents of Osun, regardless of origin, would have a role in decision-making processes under his leadership. The event was attended by members of the Arewa community, who are primarily made up of northerners residing in the state. Oyebamiji highlighted unity and collective development as key pillars of his vision for Osun. He described the Arewa community as essential partners in building a cohesive society. No specific policies or implementation plans were outlined during the meeting. The August 15 election will determine the next governor of Osun State.
Bola Oyebamiji is promising non-indigenes inclusion in governance, yet offered no mechanism for how this will happen beyond public meetings. The Arewa community, while acknowledged as key to cohesion, has no guarantee their participation will extend beyond symbolic engagement. If integration means only dialogue without policy pathways, the pledge risks being performative. Residents of Osun, including non-indigenes, may expect representation but are given only rhetoric so far.
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