Accord denies 2027 Tinubu pact, reaffirms Adeleke’s support

The Accord party has firmly refuted claims of endorsing President Bola Tinubu, asserting that its political trajectory remains centered on Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election bid in Osun State. This decisive statement from National Chairman Maxwell Mgbudem aims to quell speculation and reaffirm the party's commitment to its current gubernatorial candidate, particularly as the political landscape heats up with upcoming Ekiti and Osun governorship polls and the looming 2027 general elections.

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There is nothing like that (Tinubu’s endorsement). This is a political party, and Governor Adeleke is our candidate. If there is any such endorsement, I assure you that the media will be the first to know. It will come from here.

The controversy ignited by a billboard displaying both President Tinubu and Governor Adeleke in Iwo, Osun State, has led to a war of words between the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and Adeleke's camp. While the APC accused the governor of leveraging the President's image, Adeleke's spokesperson countered by highlighting the APC's alleged 'integrity crisis.' Mgbudem's defense of Adeleke's performance, describing it as 'wonderful' and noting the people's eagerness for his return, underscores the party's confidence in the governor's standing.

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On Governor Adeleke, everybody in this country, including journalists, knows he has done wonderfully well in the state. And the people are eager to vote for him again.

From our vantage point in Nigeria, this episode highlights the intricate dance of political alliances and rivalries. The Accord party's stance is crucial, as it positions itself as a key player supporting a prominent governor. The emphasis on Adeleke's achievements and the assertion that he is 'fully on ground' speaks to the local context where gubernatorial performance is paramount. The party's self-description as a 'rising force' and the 'beautiful bride' of Nigerian democracy suggests an ambition to leverage Adeleke's popularity for broader national influence, a narrative often overlooked in international coverage that might focus more narrowly on the presidential contest.

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Our party has become the beautiful bride of Nigerian democracy and the fastest growing political party in the country since Adeleke joined, along with his political associates and supporters.