By Our Reporter
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has officially joined the Accord Party ahead of its governorship primary scheduled for Wednesday.
His defection comes days after a resignation letter dated November 4 surfaced online, prompting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to conduct its primary, which produced Adebayo Adedamola as its candidate.
Adeleke announced his move on Tuesday evening at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Osogbo, in the presence of national and state leaders of the Accord Party.
In a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor said he joined the party on November 6 after extensive consultations with stakeholders.
He explained that his decision was influenced by Accord’s welfarist ideology, which aligns with his administration’s focus on citizens’ and workers’ welfare. Adeleke said the party offers a united platform as he seeks re-election in 2026.
“Today, we unveil a new platform for the people of Osun State. From Osun West to Osun Central to Osun East, this is our platform for victory in 2026,” he said, expressing confidence that citizens who voted for good governance in 2022 will support continuity.
Adeleke formally declared that he is now a member of the Accord Party and will contest the 2026 governorship election on its platform.