Busting APC's Unfounded Claim: Governor Adeleke Stands Firm with PDP for 2026 Elections
Adeleke Assertively Denies Negotiating with Your Party; States Opposition to Their Proposals
The rumors circulating around Osun State about Governor Ademola Adeleke's supposed intent to ditch the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2026 governorship election have been shut down.
In a fiery statement delivered to our website, the spokesperson for Governor Adeleke, Olawale Rasheed, labeled the claim as nothing more than a "hallucination". He accused the opposition party of peddling lies to divert attention from their inner turmoil.
"There has never been - and will never be - any discussion or negotiation about defection by Governor Adeleke," the statement boldly declared.
Adeleke, who successfully overthrew an incumbent in 2022 under the PDP, has no need to defect, according to the statement. It highlighted his "unprecedented record in less than three years", which has gained recognition from federal agencies and international bodies.
"A performing governor with an impressive 80% approval rating and backing from workers across the state has no reason to join a party rejected for its failures," the statement asserted.
The government finger-pointed at the Osun APC, suggesting they are using the defection claim as a smokescreen for their internal strife and leadership crisis.
"The APC should focus on its implosion. Its members are already revealing the rot within - failed governance, divisive politics, and anti-people policies," the statement indicated.
The Adeleke administration reaffirmed the governor's commitment to peace and good governance, warning against "desperate politicians" seeking to create chaos in the state.
"Governor Adeleke has exhibited leadership in tense situations, acting patriotically and engaging all stakeholders to maintain law and order," the statement emphasized.
With the governor's unwavering commitment to the PDP expressed, Adeleke remains focused on elevating Osun to new heights and urges the APC to face reality and stop chasing shadows.
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- Despite baseless rumors, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Nigeria, popularly known as Naija, has no intention to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2026 elections.
- In a strong statement, the spokesperson for Governor Adeleke dismissed claims of a possible defection as mere hallucinations and accused the APC of peddling lies to divert attention from their internal struggles.
- The PDP administration under Adeleke emphasized the governor's impressive performance and 80% approval rating as reasons for him not to join a party that has been criticized for its failed governance, divisive politics, and anti-people policies.
- The Osun state government has suggested that the Osun APC is using the defection claim as a smokescreen for their internal strife and leadership crisis.
- The 2026 elections in Nigeria, particularly in Osun state, will see the continuation of Adeleke's policy-and-legislation efforts and his commitment to peace and good governance, according to the statement.
- As more political figures appear to steer clear of defection, the future of party politics in Nigeria, involving entities like the PDP and APC, will continue to be a subject of general news and discussion.
- In the meantime, Governor Adeleke remains steadfast in his alliance with the PDP, focusing on elevating Osun state to new heights and urging the APC to confront their issues and stop chasing shadows.
