The Digest:
The political climate in Osun State intensified as the ruling PDP and opposition APC traded accusations following Governor Ademola Adeleke’s screening at the PDP secretariat in Abuja. While Adeleke expressed confidence in his re-election, citing his administration’s “unrivalled records,” the APC dismissed the exercise as a “kangaroo screening” and accused the governor of preparing an exit after a failed defection attempt.
Key Points:
- Governor Adeleke was screened by the PDP in Abuja ahead of the 2026 election.
- He declared his administration delivered good governance and has widespread support.
- The APC alleged that Adeleke recently sought to defect to their party but was rejected.
- The opposition accused his government of spending over ₦60bn without hiring teachers.
- APC also claimed 32,000 citizens were duped in a fake teacher recruitment scheme.
- Adeleke’s camp has repeatedly denied any plans to leave the PDP.
- Both parties are positioning early for a highly contested 2026 governorship race.
Sources: Daily Post
