The Accord Party has experienced a significant surge in nationwide membership following the defection of Osun Governor and Senator Ademola Adeleke to its platform. Party National Chairman Maxwell Mgbudem said Adeleke’s entry, together with his associates and supporters, has boosted the party’s national profile and appeal. He noted that thousands of Nigerians have joined the party across the country, attributing this growth to Governor Adeleke’s political influence and national appeal.
Addressing a press conference at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, Mgbudem dismissed claims of factionalisation. He emphasized that the party remains united and focused on the upcoming elections, describing it as “the most peaceful, stable, united, progressive, and fastest‑growing political party in Nigeria today.” He added that the party has no factions at any level of leadership.
Mgbudem also used the opportunity to confront the issue of the party’s former presidential candidate, Christopher Imumolen. He alleged that Imumolen has been spreading misinformation and impersonating party leadership for political relevance, attempting to usurp positions despite being an expelled member. The chairman called Imumolen’s claims of being party chairman and of announcing another governorship candidate for Osun State “baseless” and “a joke taken too far.”
The party’s growth has attracted the attention of political opportunists, prompting Mgbudem to warn that the Accord Party will not be distracted by “political jobbers and anti‑democratic and reactionary forces” seeking “cheap publicity and stomach infrastructure for personal aggrandisement.” The focus remains on the upcoming elections, with Governor Adeleke emerging as the duly nominated Accord candidate in the governorship primary monitored by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This development positions the Accord Party as a major force ahead of the 2026 governorship election in Osun State.
With its expanding popularity and national acceptance, the Accord Party is poised to play a crucial role in Nigeria’s democratic process. As it continues to grow its membership and influence, the party will need to navigate the complexities of Nigerian politics while maintaining its unity and focus amid internal and external challenges.
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