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Osun 2026: APC Welcomes Fresh Wave of Defections as Adeleke's Aides, Accord Party Chieftains Join AMBO Campaign

Osogbo, Osun State – June 23– The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State on Monday intensified its preparations for the 2026 governorship election as prominent members of the Accord Party and key political stakeholders formally aligned with the party at the Ilerioluwa Campaign Office, Ogo-Oluwa, Osogbo. Among APC leaders present at the event were the Deputy Governorship Candidate, Engr. Benjamin Kayode Adereti; Director-General of the APC Campaign Council, Hon. Oluwole Oke; Immediate Past Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Timothy Owoeye; Senior Special Assistant to the President on Protocol, Ambassador Issah Adedotun Niniola; former Head of Service of Osun State, Dr. Olugboyega Oyebade; member representing Ife Federal Constituency, Hon. Taofeek Ajilesoro; and former Commissioner for Works, Engr. Remi Omowaiye. Introducing the new entrants into the APC fold, Engr. Omowaiye unveiled notable defectors from the Accord Party, including Dr. Leye Olagbaju, a prominent p...
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Accord Rejects Call for Deregistration, Accuses Wole Oke of Misleading INEC

 

The Osun State Chapter of the Accord Party has rejected in strong terms a graphic and statement attributed to Hon. Wole Oke, calling on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister Accord as a political party in Nigeria.

In a statement signed by the Osun State Chairman of the party, Pastor Victor Babalola Akande, Accord described the call as misleading, unfounded, and politically motivated. The party alleged that the move is aimed at creating confusion ahead of the August 8, 2026 Osun State governorship election, particularly to frustrate the anticipated participation of Governor Ademola Adeleke on the platform of Accord.

Accord maintained that any attempt to pressure INEC into deregistering the party would amount to an illegal action, stressing that the powers of the electoral body are clearly defined by the Constitution and the Electoral Act.

The party further stated that Accord remains a fully registered and law-abiding political party that has consistently met the requirements stipulated by law, including participation in elections across Nigeria. According to the statement, the suggestion that Accord is liable for deregistration has no legal basis and is not supported by any provision of the Electoral Act or the 1999 Constitution (as amended).



“Accord has consistently participated in elections and has recorded notable performances in various parts of the country. We remain solidly registered, legally grounded, and fully compliant with all constitutional and electoral requirements,” the statement read.

The party urged its members and supporters in Osun State to remain calm and focused, describing the call for deregistration as a distraction that should not derail its political objectives or grassroots mobilisation ahead of future elections.

Accord also cautioned against what it described as repeated attempts to drag the party into unnecessary political controversy, insisting that political disagreements should be pursued within the bounds of the law and democratic principles.

The party reaffirmed its commitment to lawful political engagement and warned that it would explore all legal options available should attempts to misrepresent its status or undermine its participation in the democratic process persist.

Accord concluded by reiterating its confidence in the Nigerian electoral system and the awareness of the Osun electorate, noting that the party remains focused on its political mission and responsive to the aspirations of the people of the state.

Signed:

Pastor Victor Babalola Akande

Osun State Chairman, Accord Party

28th December, 2025

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