Bamiji Clement Adesuyi has emerged as the governorship candidate for the Action Peoples Party (APP) in Osun State, Nigeria, ahead of the 2026 election. He was elected during the party’s governorship primary election on Monday, securing the mandate of delegates through a unanimous 39-vote affirmation as the sole aspirant.
In his acceptance speech, Adesuyi pledged to work tirelessly to ensure the party’s success in the upcoming Osun 2026 governorship poll. He emphasized the importance of unity within the party, stating that all members of the APP in Osun State remain a cohesive family working towards a common goal. Adesuyi also affirmed that the primary election was conducted in accordance with the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The Osun State Chairman of the APP, Oluseye Titus Odesola, described the primary election as a significant moment in the life of the party. Odesola assured delegates that the process would be fair, peaceful, and transparent, urging them to conduct themselves with dignity and respect for party rules. The APP National Organising Secretary, Barrister Obed Agu, commended the resilience of party members in Osun State and warned against moves towards a one-party system in Nigeria.
Agu emphasized that the party would reject any agenda contrary to true democracy, stating that the APP has come to stay and will practice democracy in Nigeria. The result of the primary election was announced by Odesola, who disclosed that 39 delegates affirmed Adesuyi as the party’s governorship candidate at the conclusion of the voting exercise.
The election of Adesuyi as the governorship candidate marks a significant step for the APP in Osun State as the party prepares for the 2026 election. With a focus on unity and a commitment to democratic principles, the APP aims to make a strong showing in the upcoming poll. As the party moves forward, it will be important to maintain a unified front and adhere to the principles of transparency and fairness that guided the primary election. The outcome of the 2026 election will be closely watched, and the APP’s performance will be a significant indicator of the party’s growing influence in Nigerian politics.
