Fresh political drama is unfolding in Osun State following reports that Akogun Lere Oyewunmi, Director-General of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s Campaign Council and Deputy Minority Leader, has allegedly abandoned the Accord Party and secured the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial nomination form ahead of the forthcoming elections.
Sources within the political circles disclosed that Oyewunmi is expected to appear before the PDP screening panel this afternoon, a development that has sparked intense reactions across both the PDP and Accord Party camps.
The latest move is believed to be connected to lingering uncertainties surrounding court judgments and internal legal battles affecting the Accord Party. Insiders claimed that the political heavyweight may have quietly resigned his membership from the party, with indications that several loyalists and stakeholders could also defect in the coming days.
The unfolding development has reportedly heightened tension within the Accord Party, where many aspirants are said to be growing frustrated over delays in the sale and distribution of nomination forms despite party primaries being less than two weeks away.
Political observers say the situation has exposed deep cracks within the opposition structure in the state, especially as concerns continue to mount over leadership direction and internal coordination.
Meanwhile, some serving members of the Osun State House of Assembly are also reportedly undergoing screening under the PDP platform, further fueling speculations of possible political realignments ahead of the elections.
Sources close to the Accord Party revealed that party faithfuls have mounted pressure on Oyewunmi to relinquish his position as Director-General of the Campaign Council over allegations of dual party membership and conflicting political interests.
Adding to the controversy are claims that neither the PDP nor the Accord Party publicly celebrated Governor Adeleke’s recent birthday in newspaper publications or media advertisements, a development many insiders interpret as a sign of growing internal discontent and silent political hostilities within the camps.
As political maneuvering intensifies, analysts believe the coming days may witness more defections, strategic alliances, and power struggles capable of reshaping the political landscape in Osun State ahead of the crucial polls.