BREAKING: Gov Adeleke Dumps PDP, Joins Accord Party for 2026 Race

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has formally declared the Accord Party as his new political platform ahead of the 2026 governorship election, ending speculation about his political future.

Dependable NG reports that the governor made the announcement at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Osogbo, on Tuesday, in the presence of national and state leaders of the party. Adeleke revealed that he officially joined the Accord Party on November 6,2025, following weeks of consultations with stakeholders and opinion leaders across the state.

A statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, quoted the governor as saying that stakeholders in Osun were already aware of the reasons behind the political realignment. Adeleke said his decision was fundamentally driven by the party’s ideological alignment with his administration’s commitment to welfarism.

“We opted for the Accord Party because its mission of welfarism aligns with our passionate focus on citizens’ and workers’ welfare,” he said.

Welcoming party leaders to the Government House, the governor emphasized the crucial need for unity as preparations intensify for the 2026 governorship race. He urged members to maintain cohesion and work collectively toward victory, stressing the need for inclusive leadership that accommodates the interests of all groups.

Adeleke reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to improving the lives of residents through policies and programmes centered on citizen welfare. He then presented the Accord Party as the new political vehicle for the state, calling on residents across all zones—Osun West, Osun East, and Osun Central—to rally behind the platform.

He concluded by formally announcing his realignment: “In accordance with the will of our stakeholders and in deep respect for the wishes of Osun people, I hereby declare for the Accord Party,” he announced.