The Accord Party has officially declared its unwavering commitment to securing a landslide re-election for Governor Ademola Adeleke in the upcoming 2026 Osun State gubernatorial election. This significant announcement was made by the National Chairman of the Accord Party, Barr. Maxwell Mgbudem, during an event held on Tuesday at the Osun State Government House in Osogbo. The gathering saw top party stalwarts, state executives, and national leaders in attendance for the formal unveiling of Governor Adeleke as the party’s governorship candidate.

Governor Adeleke's move to the Accord Party on Tuesday evening followed internal crises within his former party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He was subsequently cleared as the sole governorship candidate by the Accord Party's screening committee on Wednesday, ahead of the party’s primary for the 2026 election. Elder Ibe Thankgod, Chairman of the Accord Screening Committee and National Organising Secretary, confirmed that Governor Adeleke fulfilled all necessary requirements for his nomination and participation. A Certificate of Clearance was presented to the Governor, affirming his status as a worthy gubernatorial aspirant. The primary event saw 150 delegates, representing five from each local government area of Osun State, ready to commence the exercise.

Barr. Mgbudem conveyed the Accord Party's profound admiration for Governor Adeleke's tenure, noting that the party received him with great respect for his accomplishments in office. According to a release from the governor's spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Mgbudem stated, “Today, we are not just unveiling a candidate; we are embracing a proven performer.” He further praised the Governor for his