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VIDEO: Tinubu congratulating Adeleke proves democracy growing in Nigeria — Sanwo-Olu
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· September 3, 2026
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Key points He believes that President Tinubu congratulating Governor Adeleke after an election defeat is a significant development. Governor Sanwo-Olu has made a statement about the state of democracy.
Governor Sanwo-Olu has made a statement about the state of democracy. He believes that President Tinubu congratulating Governor Adeleke after an election defeat is a significant development. According to Sanwo-Olu, this gesture proves that democracy is growing and maturing.
The congratulatory message was captured in a video. Sanwo-Olu's comment suggests that the ability of political leaders to concede and offer congratulations is a positive sign for the democratic process.
Further details about Sanwo-Olu's statement and the context of the congratulatory message are available from the source. The full story can be read online for more information about this development and its implications.
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Category: government Published: September 3, 2026 Source: The Punch Reading time: 1 min
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