Why I joined Accord party — Gov Adeleke

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has explained why he joined the Accord Party ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election in the state.

While making the announcement on Tuesday at the Government House in Osogbo, Adeleke stated that the party’s focus on welfarism aligns with his commitment to improving the lives of citizens and workers.

He said, “We opted for the Accord Party because its mission of welfarism aligns with our passionate focus on citizens and workers’ welfare. Since I joined, I have been fascinated by the philosophy of this great party. The primary essence of a government is the welfare and well-being of the people.”

The governor, who introduced the Accord Party as his new platform in the presence of the party’s national officers, also shared on his X handle that he plans to continue his work on governance and service delivery under the new party.

He said, “Today, we unveiled the Accord Party, our new platform for the good people of Osun State. From Osun West to Osun East to Osun Central, this is our party, our new platform for victory come August next year.

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“I joined the Accord Party more than a month ago, precisely on 6th November, 2025, as a platform to seek re-election in 2026. This was after weeks of consultation and deliberations with stakeholders and opinion leaders.”

Adeleke said the decision was well known to stakeholders and residents, noting that his second-term bid under the Accord Party would focus on completing ongoing projects and strengthening governance.

He added, “Stakeholders and residents of Osun State are aware of why we are taking this important decision. We intend to pursue a second term in office on the platform of the Accord Party to complete ongoing delivery of good governance and democratic dividends, which have been applauded at home and abroad.”

Adeleke explained that the Accord Party appealed to him because of its emphasis on public welfare.

Welcoming party leaders, the governor expressed confidence in their shared vision.

He said, “I welcome the leadership of the Accord from the National into Osun State. You are now part of us as I am also now part of you. We are united in progress and good intentions for the good people of Osun State and Nigeria at large.

“Our task is to sustain a united front as we prepare for future elections. We have a duty to ensure an inclusive leadership where the interests of all groups are cared for. Our party, Accord Party, is here to take over Osun governance and sustain the delivery of good governance in our dear state.”

Meanwhile, Tribune Online earlier reported that Governor Adeleke has formally joined the Accord Party after resigning his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

He stated that he submitted his resignation to party officials in Sagba Abogunde, Ward 2, Ede North Local Government, on November 4, 2025.

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