Tension is gradually building around the upcoming August 15, 2026 governorship election in Osun State, as political instability continues to surface within party ranks.
Recent developments, including resignations and defections, have raised concerns about the level of preparedness within the ruling camp. Attention has particularly shifted to Governor Ademola Adeleke, amid observations of what critics describe as a slow and unclear campaign rollout.
Even though the Independent National Electoral Commission has officially opened the campaign window, the absence of a Director General for the governor’s re-election bid has sparked debate among stakeholders.
Reacting to the situation, Yusuf Adegboye, Convener of the Osun Accord Liberation Movement, expressed concern in a statement released on Saturday, stating that, “The Accord Party is in a critical moment and there is no clear direction. People are confused. The silence is dangerous.”
He further cautioned that entering a major election without a proper structure could point to deeper internal challenges, adding, “You cannot go into an election of this magnitude without a campaign structure. Failure to appoint a DG at this stage signals deep internal cracks.”
The situation has been further complicated by the resignation of Hon. Osunrotimi Ifeoluwa from the Osun State Council for Arts and Culture.
In his letter dated April 10, 2026, he wrote, “I am writing to formally resign from my position as board member. I believed I was assigned this position to serve the people of Osun State and my constituency, but there is nothing to write home about. No empowerment, not a single opportunity coming out from the ministry to my constituency people.”
He also noted that despite their support during the last election cycle, little has been gained in return.
Meanwhile, reports suggest that more party members and political appointees are either stepping away or exploring alternative platforms, a development that insiders say is creating discomfort within the ruling camp.
According to a source close to the situation, “There is no coordination anymore. People are leaving because they don’t see a future here.”
