On Wednesday, April 22, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke was at two places at the same time, boldly asserting his confidence in Osun electorate to bathe him with massive votes to push the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) back to the trenches it has dwelled since November 27, 2022.
Amidst numbers of songs, rhythm of drums and steps of dance at the imposing Imole House in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, the governor inaugurated his re-election campaign council where he told the all bright team as well as cheerful members of the Accord Party that he was already in the mood of victory four months to the polls.
He said, “I am feeling the victory, the defeat of our opponents. This team is heading to victory. My spirit confirms our party, the Accord, is declared winner with wide margins.
“This is how we started in 2022. Today is the march to victory on August 15th. I hereby inaugurate this Campaign Council to the service of continuity and delivery of good governance”.
Management of the council comprises Prof. Wale Oladipo, Chairman; Hon. Sunday Bisi and Pst. Victor Akande, Advisors; Sen. Kamorudeen Olalere Oyewumi as Director-General; Hon. Kolapo Alimi as Deputy Director-General; Prince Bola Ajao as Secretary; Barr. Pelumi Olajengbesi as Spokesperson; and David Adeleke (Davido) Chairman of the Youth Mobilisation Committee.
Members commended the governor and noted that his accomplishments in the past three years have provided a strong foundation for the campaign and also made his re-election effort considerably easier, urging party members to take the message of the governor’s achievements across marketplaces, homes, outlets, villages, towns, cities, and every part of the state.
The event was attended by distinguished personalities, including Oriyomi Hamzat, an Accord aspirant from Oyo State; Hon. Opeyemi David Falegan, Accord candidate in Ekiti State; Hon. Teslim Igbalaye, Secretary to the State Government; Mrs Atinuke Oyawoye; Dr. Muyiwa Oladimeji; Pastor. Funso Ishola; Aare AbdulGaniyu Olaoluwa Asejere; Rt. Hon. Lasun Yusuff; Otunba Tola Faseru; Otunba Sarafadeen Awotunde; and other respected stakeholders, among many others.
In Ile-Ife, at the frontage of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Eniitan Ogunwusu, a group, known as the Igbekele Oluwa Cooperators endorsed Adeleke’s re-election while Oba Ogunwusi also hailed the governor for developing the whole of Osun State.
The traditional ruler declared: “Mr Governor, you are positively touching the whole of Osun state.
“For us, we commend your infrastructure projects at Lagere. That point is the melting point of all local governments across Ifeland. From all corners of Ife, we have one thing or the other to do at Lagere.
“The road and the flyover are needed at Ile Ife. We appreciate your clear committment to get the projects completed. We urge you to compel the contractor to speed up the construction process.”
Oba Ogunwusi added, “We have all seen that it is not Ede alone that is enjoying development. Alll towns and villages in our dear state are feeling your impacts. Under your leadership, Osun is looking good.
“God gives and takes power. God annointed you and you have served well. I pray for huge success at the poll. Continue to be godly with your clean hearts. It will end in praise”.
Governor Adeleke, who was accompanied by his cabinet members and special advisers, updated the royal father on his visitation to Ile Ife, narrating that he is following up the Lagere flyover and dualisation projects to ensure early completion.
He assured the royal father of his total committment to even development of the state, explaining that he is pursuing a just and inclusive infrastructure and developmental agenda for all parts of Osun state.
President of the society, Chief Abubakar Olanrewaju declared that the endorsement of the governor by his 30,000 members is a determination to ensure continuity of good governance across Osun state.
“Osun governance today is first class. We have all seen the roads, our bridges at Ife and others. We are not owing salaries. We are taking care of the people. We have seen all the good work of the governor.
“ We knew and experienced the period of previous governments. We feel the difference. We are investing in this re-election of Governor Adeleke because we don’t want the good job to stop.
“If possible, we want Ademola for a third term. We ask the governor to be re-assured. We will vote and stand by our votes. Our members are more than 30,000”, the president who later conducted an endorsement vote stated at the rally.
In his response, the governor, who commended Commissioner for Empowerment and Cooperatives, Mr Bayo Ogungbangbe, restated his commitment to deploying the cooperative movement as a vehicle for inclusive financing and expansion of the grassroots economy, adding that “our administration created a unique focus for all the sectors of our society.
“We uplift teachers, healthworkers, women, youth, tech communities and the cooperative movement. Our government is about the people, of the people and for the people.
“As your governor, the cooperative movement is of interest to me because grassroots financing is the lifeline of the society. The more vibrant the cooperative movement, the more buoyant the local economy. Any government that supports cooperative movement is boosting local businesses and fighting poverty among the people.
“That is why our government is committing several billions of naira to the cooperative movement. You are all living witnesses to our achievements within your sector. We are committed to increasing financing for the cooperative movement. We value you as a committed partner with our government in our drive to take Osun to greater heights.
“I therefore thank you for this endorsement. I task you to go out and mobilise for our re-election. Embark on House to house mobilisation among cooperative members. Our second term will witness enhanced support for the cooperative movement”, the governor told the cheering crowd.
In the same vein, prominent APC members in Osogbo Local Government have also decamped to the governing Accord Party.
Led by Alhaja Modinat, a prominent Ward 9 leader and long-standing loyalist of Senator Iyiola Omisore, they made the u-turn following extensive consultations with political associates, community stakeholders, and loyal supporters across the local government area.
Modinat emphasised her renewed commitment to the ideals and vision of the Accord Party, noting that her decision was guided by the need to align with a platform that prioritizes inclusiveness, grassroots development, and people-centered governance.
“I have listened to the voices of my people and supporters across Ward 9 and Osogbo at large. After careful consideration, I am convinced that the Accord Party remains the best platform to advance our collective aspirations,” she stated.
***Published April 25, 2026
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