Shockwave in Osun: Governor Adeleke Dumps PDP!

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has formally resigned his membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The announcement was made late Monday night by the Governor's spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, who revealed that Governor Adeleke's resignation took effect on November 4th, 2025.

The resignation letter was specifically addressed to the PDP Chairman for Ward 2, Sagba Abogunde, located in the Ede North Local Government Area of Osun State. Governor Adeleke cited the escalating and ongoing crisis within the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party as the primary reason for his decision to depart from the party with immediate effect. In his statement, he expressed gratitude to the PDP for the significant opportunities afforded to him, including serving as a Senator representing Osun West and subsequently as the Governor of Osun State under the party's platform.

This development comes amidst heightened discussions surrounding the political foundation of the first-term Osun State governor, particularly in light of controversies regarding the legal standing of the PDP itself. LEADERSHIP reports highlight that there have been persistent unofficial reports suggesting that Governor Adeleke might be aligning his political interests with the Accord party. This speculation is particularly pertinent as the 2026 governorship election in Osun State approaches, and the main opposition party in the country continues to grapple with severe internal conflicts and instability.