Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has formally joined the Accord Party, days after announcing his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Okay News reports that Adeleke made the declaration on Tuesday at the Government House Banquet Hall, where he received national and state leaders of his new party.
Adeleke said he has been a member of the Accord Party since November 6, explaining that he completed weeks of consultations before choosing the platform on which he intends to seek re-election in 2026.
He told attendees that the decision reflects both political realities and his administration’s goals for continuity.
“I joined the Accord Party more than a month ago, precisely on November 6, as a platform to seek re-election in 2026. This was after weeks of consultation and deliberations with stakeholders and opinion leaders,” he said.
He added that Osun residents understand why the shift became necessary. “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 the ongoing delivery of good governance and democratic dividends, which have been applauded at home and abroad.”
Adeleke said the Accord Party’s philosophy of welfarism aligns with his administration’s focus on citizen and worker welfare.
He told party leaders that their arrival at Government House symbolised a new political alignment for the state.
“I welcome our party leaders into the Osun State Government House. 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.”
He urged members to maintain a united front ahead of the 2026 elections. “At this historical point, our task is to sustain a united front as we prepare for the elections. We have a duty to ensure inclusive leadership where the interests of all groups are considered. Our party, Accord Party, is here to take over Osun governance and sustain the delivery of good governance in our dear state.”
Adeleke said his month-long stay in the party has reinforced his belief in its principles. “Since I joined the party more than a month ago, I have been fascinated by the philosophy of this great party. The focus on people’s welfare should always be at the heart of public leadership. The primary essence of government is the welfare and well-being of the people.”
He pointed to his administration’s work across infrastructure and social services, saying Osun has witnessed significant improvements under his leadership.
At the gathering, Adeleke also presented the Accord Party as the vehicle for his next campaign, calling on residents across Osun’s zones and communities to embrace the party’s “thumb-up” symbol.
“Today, we unveil the 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.”
He continued with a rally-style message to voters across the state. “From Igbomina to Ijeshaland to Ifeland, to Osogbo, to Iwoland, to Modakeke, to Gbongan, to Igbajo, to Ikire, to Ikirun, to Ede, and other lands of Osun State, we must ‘thumb up’ according to our collective desires for good governance.”
“Osun voted for good governance in 2022, and they will support continuity in 2026. The mass of our people are for continuity, and Accord is our party for victory next year.”
He concluded by formally declaring his new political allegiance. “In accordance with the will of our stakeholders and to accord deep respect for the wishes of the Osun people, I hereby declare for the Accord Party.”
Adeleke resigned from the PDP on December 2 after prolonged national-level leadership disputes within the party.
