2027: Adeleke May Join APC After General Elections Newsworld

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke may defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) after the 2027 general elections, according to sources familiar with ongoing political arrangements in the state.

The sources, who spoke to Leadership, claimed that the proposed move could see Adeleke join the ruling party alongside his supporters and emerge as its leader in Osun State.

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Although the reported arrangement could significantly alter the balance of political power in the state, neither a formal defection announcement from Adeleke nor an official confirmation of the alleged deal was included in the report.

The development comes amid continuing political manoeuvring within Osun APC, where influential party figures are expected to position themselves ahead of future electoral contests.

Why Adeleke’s Possible Defection Matters

According to one of the sources quoted by Leadership, Adeleke’s electoral record has strengthened his standing in Osun politics to the point where he could become a dominant figure within the APC if he eventually joins the party.

The source argued that the governor’s ability to defeat the APC in successive governorship contests had demonstrated his political strength.

“He has defeated us (the APC) twice. Even without federal might, he won convincingly. So, who will stand in his way?” the source asked.

The remarks suggest that some individuals within the APC may see Adeleke not merely as a potential new member but as a politician whose electoral appeal could help determine the party’s future prospects in the state.

However, the comments represent the views of an unnamed source and should not be interpreted as an official position adopted by the APC leadership.

Reported Plan Could Change Osun APC Leadership

The sources claimed that Adeleke is expected to enter the APC with his political supporters and automatically become the party’s state leader.

Such an arrangement, if confirmed, could have far-reaching implications for the party’s internal structure, including the influence of existing leaders and the process of selecting candidates for future elections.

Political defections often involve negotiations over party leadership, political appointments, electoral tickets and the integration of supporters. In Adeleke’s case, the central question would be how his political structure would coexist with the interests of established APC figures in Osun.

The report, however, did not provide details of any signed agreement, the proposed terms of the alleged arrangement or the mechanism through which Adeleke would assume leadership of the party.

It is therefore unclear whether the reported plan represents an advanced political agreement or discussions among individuals interested in a possible realignment.

Source Claims Tinubu Wanted Adeleke as APC Candidate

One of the most significant claims in the report is that President Bola Tinubu allegedly wanted Adeleke to contest the last Osun governorship election on the APC platform.

According to the unnamed source, some party leaders opposed the proposal because they believed the APC could win the election without bringing Adeleke into its fold.

The source said the outcome of the contest raised questions about the electoral strength of those who resisted the alleged plan.

“Recall that the President wanted him to be our flag bearer in the last governorship election, but those who believed they could win opposed him. What was the outcome, despite the enormous amount we spent on the election?” the source said.

The claim about Tinubu’s alleged preference has not been independently established by the information provided. Neither a direct statement from the President nor an official account from the APC confirming the alleged proposal was included in the report.

Nevertheless, the allegation points to a potentially important issue within the party: whether electoral calculations could influence decisions about leadership and candidate selection in Osun.

Oyetola, Basiru and Omisore Mentioned

The source also questioned the electoral strength of other prominent APC figures in the state, specifically mentioning former Osun governor Adegboyega Oyetola, Senate spokesperson Ajibola Basiru and former APC national secretary Iyiola Omisore.

The source challenged their political standing and suggested that Adeleke’s electoral record gave him an advantage over established party figures.

It also alleged that some of these politicians were positioning themselves for the next governorship ticket.

These remarks reflect the source’s assessment of the political situation and do not establish that any of the named figures have agreed to surrender their positions or that the APC has decided who will receive its next governorship ticket.

The possibility of Adeleke joining the party could, however, intensify questions about how the APC would manage competing ambitions if the governor eventually becomes a member.

Background: Osun’s Political Rivalries

Osun has remained a competitive political environment in which the APC and Adeleke’s political camp have contested control of the state government.

Adeleke’s possible movement to the APC would represent a major political realignment because it could bring a sitting governor and his supporters into a party whose existing members have their own political interests and ambitions.

For the APC, such a move could offer an opportunity to consolidate political support around a serving governor. At the same time, it could create disagreements over influence, party structures and the distribution of political opportunities.

For Adeleke and his supporters, any defection would raise questions about the political conditions attached to joining the ruling party and how the governor’s existing support base would be accommodated.

These are potential consequences rather than confirmed terms of the reported arrangement.

What Happens Before and After 2027?

The timing attributed to the alleged plan is also important. The sources said Adeleke may join the APC after the 2027 general elections, rather than immediately.

If the report is accurate, the timing could indicate that the proposed realignment is being considered within a longer-term political strategy. However, the report does not explain why the move would take place after the elections or whether any formal negotiations have begun.

For now, the alleged defection remains unconfirmed. Adeleke’s public position, an official response from the APC and clarification from the individuals mentioned would be necessary to establish the status of the reported arrangement.

Until then, the prospect of Adeleke joining the APC should be treated as a political possibility reported by unnamed sources, not a concluded decision.

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