Accord Party has formally rejected claims that it participated in a recent coalition gathering of 14 political parties in Ibadan, Oyo State, which allegedly agreed to nominate a single presidential candidate for Nigeria’s 2027 general election.
In a statement signed by Joseph Omorogbe, Accord’s National Publicity Secretary, the party said it had no knowledge of the meeting, sent no representatives, and did not endorse any of the resolutions that emerged, including the decision to field a joint presidential ticket. “It is imprudent and unjust to include a political party in a coalition it was not a part of,” the statement read.
The party further condemned the organizers for listing Accord among the attendees, describing the action as “reckless” and demanding that its name be removed from any record of the summit immediately. Accord emphasized that it was not involved in any way with the Ibadan political summit and warned politicians against actions that could inflame the political environment ahead of the 2027 polls.
While acknowledging the right of parties to form alliances, the statement clarified that such coalitions should be limited to parties that have voluntarily joined. “Political parties are free to form a coalition that will produce a joint presidential candidate, which should be restricted to the parties involved,” the party said.
Accord’s communication highlighted the party’s current focus on upcoming state elections, specifically the governorship contests in Ekiti and Osun, as well as its broader preparations for the 2027 general election. The party warned it would not be distracted by what it termed “intrigues of anti‑democratic forces.”
The statement concluded with an appeal to the electorate, urging Nigerians to “be in one accord” and work together to build a stronger, more democratic society for future generations.
Accord’s denial comes at a time when several opposition parties are reportedly exploring alliances to challenge the ruling coalition in the 2027 election cycle. The party’s clarification seeks to distance itself from any perceived involvement in the Ibadan meeting and reassert its independent electoral strategy.
