Najeem Salaam Emerges ADC Governorship Flag bearer In Osun,Blasts APC
Written by News Desk on December 15, 2025
A former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Najeem Salaam has emerged as the governorship flag bearer of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Osun State.
Najeem Salaam,a sole aspirant was declared winner at the conclusion of the ADC governorship primary election held in Osogbo.
In his acceptance speech, the former speaker pledged to prioritise workers welfare, revamp the education sector, empower youths, strengthen security, promote local enterprises and restore public confidence in governance.
He blamed Osun’s challenges on years of poor political judgment, internal contradictions and misplaced priorities, particularly within the APC, noting that genuine attempts at reform were resisted.
Dr. Salaam also criticised the withholding of local government allocations, saying the development had weakened grassroots governance and triggered legal battles that left schools struggling, workers unpaid and communities neglected.
The ADC governorship flag bearer implored party members and supporters to remain united as the ADC intensifies effort to spread its tentacles ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
