Osun State Governor Senator Ademola Adeleke has refuted recent media reports that he plans to switch to the African Democratic Congress, (ADC), ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election, claiming they are false and misleading.
In a statement issued on Friday by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the governor reiterated his dedication to the Peoples Democratic Party, or PDP, and referred to the defection allegations as “baseless.”
Governor Adeleke stated unequivocally that he is still determined to compete for and win reelection on the PDP platform and that forming a coalition with another party is not necessary to achieve this goal.
“The governor is not in any form of alliance with the ADC or any other political group,” the statement read. “He will run and win under the PDP, as he currently enjoys broad-based support from the people of Osun due to his exceptional track record in office.”
Rasheed also clarified that the PDP in Osun State has already declared support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, stressing the party’s internal cohesion and alignment on national strategy.
He added that Governor Adeleke is focused on consolidating his achievements and delivering further dividends of democracy, which have earned him widespread goodwill across the state.
“Osun residents are resolute in their backing of Governor Adeleke. His administration has brought transformative changes and restored public confidence in governance. The people are eager to renew his mandate come 2026,” Rasheed said.
The governor also urged PDP members across the state to intensify efforts to strengthen party structures and prepare for another resounding electoral victory next year.
