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The Digest:

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has officially joined the Accord party, just days after resigning from the Peoples Democratic Party. Adeleke announced the move on social media, declaring Accord as his “new platform for victory” ahead of the state’s governorship election in August 2026.

Key Points:
  • Ademola Adeleke confirmed his defection to the Accord party on Tuesday evening
  • The governor announced the move via a statement on his official X account
  • He described Accord as “our new platform for victory” for Osun State
  • The switch follows his recent resignation from the People's Democratic Party
  • Adeleke’s move reshapes the political landscape ahead of Osun’s 2026 gubernatorial election
  • He called for unity across Osun West, East, and Central within the new party
  • No detailed reason for the defection was provided in the initial statement
Adeleke’s swift transition underscores a pragmatic truth: survival and ambition often require rerouting, especially when the original path grows uncertain.

Sources: TheCable, Governor Adeleke’s Official Statement