‘Dancing Senator' and Davido’s uncle, Ademola Adeleke, to contest for Osun Governorship election

The Senator representing Osun West, Ademola Adeleke, has declared his intent to contest the September 22 governorship election in the state.

The lawmaker has become popular for his dancing sessions at different events.

Mr. Adeleke made his intention known in a letter written to the Osun State chapter of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP).

“In accordance with the directive of the leadership of our great party, I wish to respectfully express my intent to vie for the ticket of the party as its candidate in the Osun state governorship election holding on the 22nd September 2018,” Adeleke wrote.

“I am a financial member of the party in Sagba Abogunde ward 2 of the Ede north local government in the Osun west senatorial district.

“My decision to express this intent is based on a conviction that I possess all it takes to unite leaders and members of our party as well as galvanise the general electorate towards ensuring a resounding victory for the PDP in the forthcoming poll.”

“As a loyal man from the strongest political base of the PDP in Osun state, I am willing, able and prepared to offer myself for this great service if given the opportunity to fly our flag as the governorship candidate.


“I pledge my continuous commitment and support to the stability, growth and success of the PDP at all levels,” he said.