By Nchetachi Chukwuajah
Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, has formally joined the Accord Party days after he announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Adeleke announced his formal defection to the Accord Party in a statement posted on his X handle on Tuesday evening.
He noted that his defection was for the good of the people of the state and expressed optimism of winning the governorship election, which would be held in August 2026, to consolidate “ongoing delivery of good governance and democratic dividends.”
The governor wrote: “Today, we unveiled the Accord Party, our new platform for the good people of Osun State. From Osun West to Osun East to Osun Central, this is our party, our new platform for victory come August next year.
“I joined the Accord Party more than a month ago, precisely 6th November 2025, as a platform to seek re-election in 2026. This was after weeks of consultation and deliberations with stakeholders and opinion leaders.
“Stakeholders and residents of Osun State are aware of why we are taking this important decision. We intend to pursue a second term in office on the platform of the Accord Party to complete ongoing delivery of good governance and democratic dividends, which have been applauded home and abroad.
“We opted for the Accord Party because its mission of welfarism aligns with our passionate focus on citizens and workers’ welfare. Since I joined, I have been fascinated by the philosophy of this great party. The primary essence of a government is the welfare and well-being of the people.
“I welcome the leadership of Accord from the national into Osun State. You are now part of us, as I am also now part of you. We are united in progress and good intentions for the good people of Osun State and Nigeria at large.
“Our task is to sustain a united front as we prepare for future elections. We have a duty to ensure an inclusive leadership where the interests of all groups are cared for. Our party, Accord Party, is here to take over Osun governance and sustain the delivery of good governance in our dear state.”
Recall that Adeleke resigned from the PDP on December 2, citing the current crisis within the national leadership of the party.
The governor was also absent at the PDP’s elective National Convention, which was held in Ibadan on November 15 and 16.
