Osun PDP Endorses Tinubu for 2027 Presidential Election, Reaffirms Adeleke's Gubernatorial Bid

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has unanimously endorsed President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027, citing his ancestral roots in the state as a basis for their support. The party also reaffirmed its endorsement of Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election bid in the 2026 governorship election, amidst reports of his possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The PDP leadership expressed its support for Tinubu, describing him as a "son of Osun State" and emphasizing the party's commitment to its values. The communique also highlighted the party's opposition to the governor's proposed defection, stating that most APC members in Osun State are against the idea.

Key Takeaways:

The Osun PDP has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027, citing his ancestral roots in the state.
The party has reaffirmed its endorsement of Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election bid in the 2026 governorship election.
The PDP leadership expressed opposition to the governor's proposed defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Most APC members in Osun State are reportedly against the idea of the governor's defection.
The PDP caucus urged Governor Adeleke to continue implementing the party's five-point agenda.
The communique was signed by prominent party leaders, including Governor Adeleke, his deputy Kola Adewusi, and Speaker of the House of Assembly Adewale Egbedun.

Statistics:

24 prominent party leaders signed the communique endorsing Tinubu and Adeleke.
2027: the year the PDP is endorsing Tinubu for re-election.
2026: the year the PDP is reaffirming its support for Governor Adeleke's gubernatorial bid.

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