Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has officially announced the Accord Party as his new political platform ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
The declaration was made on Tuesday at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Osogbo, in the presence of national and state leaders of the party.
Adeleke revealed that he formally joined the Accord Party on November 6, 2025, following weeks of consultations with stakeholders and opinion leaders across the state.
According to a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor said stakeholders were already aware of the reasons behind the political realignment.
He explained that the decision was guided by the party’s ideological alignment with his administration’s commitment to welfarism.
“We opted for the Accord Party because its mission of welfarism aligns with our passionate focus on citizens’ and workers’ welfare,” Adeleke said.
Welcoming party leaders to the Government House, the governor stressed the importance of unity as preparations intensify for the 2026 governorship race.
“We are united in progress and good intentions for the good people of Osun State and Nigeria at large,” he added.
Adeleke urged party members to maintain cohesion and work collectively toward victory, emphasizing the need for inclusive leadership that accommodates diverse interests.
Sharing his experience since joining the Accord Party, the governor noted that he had been encouraged by the party’s philosophy.
“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 stated.
He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to improving the lives of residents through policies centred on citizen welfare.
Adeleke also presented the Accord Party as the new political vehicle for the state, calling on residents across Osun West, Osun East, and Osun Central to rally behind the platform.
“From Igbomina to Ijeshaland, Ifeland, Osogbo, Iwoland, Modakeke, Gbongan, Igbajo, Ikire, Ikirun, Ede and beyond, this is our party, our new platform for victory come August next year,” he declared.
Concluding his announcement, the governor formally declared his alignment with the Accord Party:
“In accordance with the will of our stakeholders and in deep respect for the wishes of Osun people, I hereby declare for the Accord Party,” he stated.
