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Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state has reaffirmed the full determination of Osun people to defeat the All Progressives Congress(APC) in the 2026 polls, declaring unequivocally “I will beat Oyebamiji by the might of God and people” Reacting to statements credited to Mr Gboyega Oyetola at the APC guber Primary on Saturday, the governor described the minister's hope for victory as “wishful thinking, illusory grandstanding and a failure to accept the deep level of unpopularity of APC among the people of Osun state” Calling Oyetola regime an anti-people era in Osun history, Governor Adeleke lamented the run down state of affairs when he took over the state in 2022, tagging Oyetola reign “a dark page in Osun socio-political history, a period neither labour nor any segment of our population want re-enacted” The governor who boasted of a mass movement behind his re- election bid mocked the minister and the APC for embarking on anti-democratic activities instead of marketing...

AKINTOLA EXTOLS HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE, OTHERS. It was double honour for Osun State on the 12th day of December, 2025, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja; venue of the Annual Primary Health Care (PHC) Leadership Challenge Award; when the State emerged as the South West champion for the second time in a row, while Ogun State clinched the 2nd position. Only the duo of Osun and Yobe States successfully defended their last year's titles, as their peers in the Zonal Best Performing State award edition, lost their first positions to competing States this year. The State Governor, His Excellency Senator Nurudeen Jackson Ademola Adeleke , ably represented by the Deputy Governor, His Excellency, Prince Kola Adewusi, received the prestigious award on behalf of the State. He was joined by the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Hon. (Barr.) Jola Moses Akintola and other relevant Stakeholders, in receiving the wel...

● Unveils Updated 5-Point Agenda  OSOGBO - 10/12/2025 - Osunstate.gov.ng  Governor Ademola Adeleke has emerged as the governorship candidate of the Accord after the governorship primary held at Osogbo and observed by the electoral commission (INEC) and other observers. The governor scored 145 votes while five votes were voided. The governor who was the sole aspirant for the position accepted the nomination and asserted that his records of achievements and the mass goodwill of the people will guarantee victory for the Accord in the 2026 polls. The governor further used the occasion to  unveil an upgraded five point agenda for the 2026 race namely integrated citizens and workers' welfare;  infrastructure consolidation for economic prosperity; Increased agro-Industrial expansion for youth empowerment; innovations for health, education and social care; and Improved Business Environment for Job Creation. The governor spoke further: “We are today launching the ...

 ● Hails Governor's Exceptional Record Across All Sectors The National Chairman of the Accord Party, Barr. Maxwell Mgbudem, has declared the party’s unwavering commitment to secure a landslide re-election for Governor Ademola Adeleke in the 2026 Osun State gubernatorial election.  The declaration was made Tuesday evening at the historic and well-attended unveiling of Governor Adeleke as the party’s standard-bearer at the Osun State Government House. Barr. Mgbudem, addressing a gathering of top party stalwarts, state executives, and national leaders, expressed profound admiration for Governor Adeleke’s tenure.  “Today, we are not just unveiling a candidate; we are embracing a proven performer,” he stated.  “We have keenly followed and commended the Governor for the exceptional work he has been doing since he assumed office. His transformative impact cuts across all sectors from infrastructure and education to healthcare, workers' welfare, and rural develop...

Governor Ademola Adeleke this evening unveiled the Accord Party as his new political platform and announced his intention to seek re-election for a second term on the platform of the thumb up party. The governor made the announcement today at the Banquet hall of the Government House in the presence of national and state leaders of the Accord Party. The governor spoke as follows: “I  joined the Accord Party more than a month ago precisely November 6th 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 at home and abroad. “We opted for the Accord Party because its mission of welfarism aligns with our passionate focu...

As the public awaits announcement of a new party platform, Governor Ademola Adeleke is reported to have built a formidable grand coalition that will fuse into the new party ahead of the 2026 guber race. Investigations by our reporter indicated that top political leaders across the political divides are united in their desire to ensure the governor wins a second term, hence the united front being forged ahead of the polls. The governor’s exit from the PDP is said to have provided a soft landing for many political leaders and leaders of thought who could not join the governor in his old party but who now feel liberated following the planned movement of the governor into a new party. “ Once the governor declares for a new party, there will be mass defection into that party from other old parties. The signs are there that admirers of the governor in other parties are eager to join him in his new abode. The PDP was the stumbling block prior to now”, a source privy to the develop...

● Judgement Implies Validity of Appeal Court Judgement Upholding Election of February 22 ●Adeleke Congratulates ALGON The Supreme Court judgement today implies that only local government chairmen elected after the exit of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola have the locus standi to bring the case on Osun LG allocations. In a landmark judgment, the apex court affirmed further that it is only LGA that can institute the case and not the state government, declaring that the dispute should be between LGA and the AGF. The court further hinted that the LG chairmen elected after the nullification of the Oyetola administration’s conducted poll ought to have filed the suit. It dropped strong hints that those who won the 2025 local government election and having been inaugurated are the legally recognized persons that can sue and be sued directly. The apex court which indirectly validated the Court of Appeal Judgement relied on its earlier judgement which barred the state government from ...

Governor Ademola Adeleke has in the last few days been holding consultations with various segments of the state political leadership, interest groups and top flight leaders ahead of his announcement of a new political platform for the 2026 governorship race. Despite widespread rumours, the governor has not made any pronouncement on the choice of party platform, a situation insiders attributed to his resolve to reach all key stakeholders for inputs and buy in before a public declaration. The governor was reported to have held a closed door meeting with the former  Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola at his Okuku residence during which the issue of new political party was extensively discussed and key decisions taken.  The meeting with Oyinlola was particularly significant as the Okuku prince had earlier given hints as to what direction the governor may take after his return from the United States of America. After the meeting, neither the governor nor Prince Oyinlola made ...

  I warmly welcome everyone to this bill signing ceremony alongside the Osun Tech Hangout, the first of its kind in our dear state. I am glad to assert that Osun is rapidly emerging as a hub for investment, innovation, and opportunity. Our administration is not only building roads and bridges; we are delivering on Tech innovation and digital economy empowerment. We are opening up the electricity sector to investment and consumer satisfaction. Osun under our watch is becoming a leader in environmental sustainability, tech innovation and energy diversification.  Our government prioritised digital applications in governance. We have streamlined business processes through the Osun Investment Portal, the 45-day C of O application initiative, and a harmonized and digitised annual tax billing system. We are expanding digital access through Imole free Wi-Fi.  I have approved the 20-hectare Osun Digital City for startups and digital enterprises....

●Says Governor on the Path to Winning Second Term in Office  A socio-political group, Osun Democrats for Democracy (ODD) has commended Governor Ademola Adeleke for resigning from the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), citing factionalisation, leadership crisis and the risk of double nomination. In a statement issued at Osogbo on Tuesday morning, the group said the crisis within the PDP made it a trap for any political candidate and asserted that the governor’s exit is a unanimous request and expectation of Osun people. According to the group, Osun people have been on edge since the PDP crisis erupted and have been mounting pressure on the Governor  to quit the PDP to avoid the risk of double nominations among other electoral traps.  “We are happy the Governor has taken the right decision. Those plotting double nomination or a Zamfara style agenda against the governor have failed. Governor Adeleke has left the PDP because the party is in deep crisis. “We look forwa...

Gentlemen of the Press, Esteemed Leaders and Members of our Great Party, Good people of Osun State, We have invited you here today to brief you on developments within our party, particularly as they relate to the forthcoming governorship primaries earlier scheduled for Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025. As responsible managers of the mandate freely given to the PDP by the people of Osun State, it is important that we keep our members and the entire citizenry properly informed. To begin with, we wish to reaffirm that His Excellency, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, Governor of Osun State, has fully complied with all requirements set out in the PDP’s timetable for nomination. He purchased and submitted the expression of interest and nomination forms within the stipulated window of October 13th to 25th, 2025, being the deadline for submission. His Excellency thereafter appeared before the duly constituted Screening Committee of our great party on Thursday, October 30th, 202...

The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye, on the auspicious occasion of his birthday, hailing him as an exceptional administrator, whose experience and commitment has made much difference in the implementation of the administration's objectives for the people. Governor Adeleke salutes Bobagunwa's cherished history of dedicated service to the people, manifestly in the outstanding deliveries as the Chairman of Osogbo local government, commending him for always taking a stand for the people and good governance even at a personal cost to his self comfort and benefits. The Governor praises Alhaji Igbalaye's endearing sense of purpose, working assiduously to coordinate the policy actions of the government and drive causes that project the administration's innate desire for the good of all, noting that the celebrant has proven resourceful and dedicated to the goal o...