The National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Dayo Israel, has described Governor Ademola Adeleke’s dancing as a political strength that helped him connect with voters in Osun State.
Israel, in an article shared on Facebook on Sunday, said Adeleke’s ability to sing, dance and interact closely with the grassroots should not have been dismissed by political opponents who viewed the governor mainly through the lens of his public performances.
Adeleke of the Accord Party was declared winner of Saturday’s Osun governorship election after polling 511,067 votes, defeating the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, who scored 444,815 votes.
Reflecting on the election in the statement, Israel said the outcome should prompt the APC to examine how it campaigns and connects with voters ahead of the 2027 general election.
He identified Adeleke as one of three personalities who, in his view, defined the election.
According to him, Adeleke’s grassroots appeal was partly strengthened by his willingness to embrace the culture and emotions of the people.
“Governor Adeleke’s dancing was never a weakness. It was a political language. It humanised him, made him accessible, and created emotional proximity with ordinary voters,” he said.
