The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party have entered a war of words over governance and political prospects ahead of the 2026 governorship election. In a statement issued by its state chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, the APC accused Governor Ademola Adeleke and his allies of launching attacks on former governor Adegboyega Oyetola and the party’s governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji. Lawal said these criticisms stem from the ruling party’s perceived disadvantage in the state’s political landscape and asserted that such attacks will not prevent the APC’s victory at the polls in 2026.
The APC alleged that the Adeleke administration has failed in key sectors, including health, education, security and infrastructure, and accused the governor of running the government without proper planning. The party also claimed that the state government has mismanaged public funds and questioned the impact of its spending over the last three years.
In response, the Osun State chapter of the Accord Party dismissed the APC’s statement as a sign of panic and frustration. State chairman Pastor Victor Akande described the APC’s comments as intellectually bankrupt and reflective of a fear of losing relevance in Osun politics. Akande argued that the state has witnessed significant improvements under Governor Adeleke, citing advancements in road construction, public infrastructure and workers’ welfare. The Accord Party defended the administration’s record in health and security, claiming that facilities have been upgraded and collaboration with security agencies has been strengthened, leading to improved stability across the state.
The Accord Party also rejected the APC’s criticism of the government’s financial management, insisting that the current administration is addressing challenges inherited from previous governments. The exchange highlights the intense political rivalry in Osun State ahead of the 2026 governorship election. While the APC seeks to regain power, the Accord Party is confident that the electorate will not return the APC to office because of its perceived past failures, including the era of half‑salary payments to workers. The election outcome will depend on each party’s ability to convince voters of its vision and competence to govern the state effectively.
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