Governor Adeleke Denies APC Defection Rumours, Reaffirms Loyalty to PDP During Osun Stakeholders’ Meeting
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has firmly dismissed rumours of a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), reiterating his unwavering commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The governor made the declaration on Wednesday night during a strategic stakeholders’ meeting at the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Osogbo.
The high-level closed-door meeting was attended by party elders, state and federal lawmakers, and prominent PDP stakeholders from across Osun State. Addressing the gathering, Adeleke labelled the defection claims as baseless and politically motivated. “Let it be clear — I am not leaving PDP for any party. I remain committed to our party’s values and mission,” he said.
The meeting featured virtual participation from former Governor Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola and in-person attendance by PDP leaders including Prof. Wale Oladipo, Senator Oluwole Alabi, Hon. Lasun Yusuf, and Rep. Akanni Olohunwa. All praised Governor Adeleke for his performance and reaffirmed their support.
A communiqué issued at the end of the meeting by State PDP Chairman, Hon. Sunday Bisi, expressed a strong vote of confidence in Governor Adeleke’s leadership. It officially endorsed him as the party’s sole governorship candidate for the 2026 election and lauded his public commitment to remain in the PDP.
The party also commended stakeholders from Oriade/Obokun Federal Constituency for resisting recent defections and applauded the PDP’s handling of local government disputes.
Governor Adeleke’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, confirmed the resolutions, highlighting the PDP’s readiness to strengthen its unity and prepare for upcoming elections, including the 2027 general polls.
