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APC Considers Adeleke’s Defection Bid, May Welcome Osun Governor from PDP
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is reportedly considering welcoming Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, into its fold amid growing speculation about his plans to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Sources familiar with the matter told SaharaReporters that Adeleke’s interest in joining the APC is not new, but the party is now seriously weighing the move, believing his defection could strengthen its grip on Osun State.
“Deliberations are ongoing about Adeleke joining the APC,” a party chieftain disclosed. “The thinking among APC leaders is that, as the sitting governor, his defection would be a strategic advantage in Osun. But the decision is still pending.”
Another APC insider in the state emphasized that the final call would come from President Bola Tinubu. “If the President gives the green light, the party will likely support Adeleke’s move. After all, he’s the party leader,” the source said.
However, concerns remain within APC ranks. Some members fear Adeleke’s entry could trigger internal conflict, especially among former PDP members who defected to the APC due to disagreements with the governor.
“The question now is, how will those who left PDP because of Adeleke react if he joins APC?” one source asked.
When contacted, the Osun APC Chairman, Sooko Taju Lawal, said the state chapter is not part of any ongoing discussions regarding Adeleke’s defection and has no official knowledge of such plans.
“We are not aware of, or involved in, any process of Adeleke joining the APC,” Lawal stated. On whether the party would accept him if he decides to move, he responded cautiously: “Let it happen first, then we’ll know how to handle it. I don’t want to say too much for now.”