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Osun PDP: A Party United in Support of Governor Adeleke and President Tinubu

The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reaffirmed its support for Governor Ademola Adeleke, despite rumors of his potential defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). A leadership caucus meeting held on July 21, 2025, at the Government House in Osogbo, resulted in a communique outlining key resolutions. The PDP leadership in Osun State resolved to follow Governor Adeleke wherever he goes, while also endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in the 2027 presidential election ¹.

Key Resolutions:

  • Support for Governor Adeleke: The PDP in Osun State reaffirms its adoption and endorsement of Governor Ademola Adeleke for re-election in the 2026 governorship election on the PDP platform.
  • Endorsement of President Tinubu: The Osun PDP adopts and endorses President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in the 2027 presidential election, citing Osun State as Tinubu’s ancestral home.
  • Remaining in PDP: Governor Ademola Adeleke and all members of the PDP in Osun State should remain in the PDP.

The Party’s Stance:

The Osun PDP’s decision to endorse President Tinubu’s re-election bid is seen as a strategic move, given the president’s ancestral ties to the state. This development underscores the dynamics of political alliances in Osun State and highlights the PDP’s stance on key electoral decisions ahead of the 2026 and 2027 elections ¹.

Implications:

The PDP’s unified support for Governor Adeleke and President Tinubu’s re-election bids sends a strong message about the party’s internal cohesion and its determination to navigate the complex landscape of Nigerian politics. As the 2026 and 2027 elections approach, the Osun PDP’s decisions will likely have significant implications for the state’s political future.

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