PDP Governor Reportedly in Talks to Join ADC
PDP Governor Reportedly in Talks to Join ADC
Osogbo, Nigeria — November 4, 2025:
Fresh political whispers from Osun State indicate that Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) may be considering a dramatic move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the next political cycle.
According to credible sources within the state’s political circle, the Osun helmsman — popularly known as the “Dancing Senator” — has held private meetings with some ADC stakeholders in the South-West region over the past few weeks. The discussions reportedly center on restructuring the ADC to accommodate key PDP loyalists who feel sidelined within the ruling party at the state level.
While the governor’s media aides have yet to issue an official statement, insiders claim that internal PDP wranglings, especially over party control and nomination processes for upcoming local government elections, have created tension within the party.
> “The governor is not happy with how certain PDP leaders at the national level treat Osun State. There’s also concern about 2026 political permutations. The ADC option is being quietly explored,” a top PDP source revealed.
Political analysts suggest that Adeleke’s possible defection to the ADC could reshape Osun’s political landscape, giving smaller parties renewed strength and setting up new alliances ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The ADC, though relatively quiet in Osun politics, is said to be revamping its structure with plans to woo prominent figures from both the PDP and the APC. Party insiders believe that welcoming a sitting governor would instantly raise the party’s visibility and credibility across the South-West.
Meanwhile, some PDP chieftains have dismissed the rumours as mere speculation, insisting that Adeleke remains “a committed PDP family member.”
> “Governor Adeleke has no reason to leave the PDP. He is focused on delivering good governance to Osun people, not on party politics,” a close ally stated.
Still, multiple reports suggest that discreet consultations are ongoing, with both camps weighing the political implications of a potential defection.
If the move materializes, it would mark one of the most surprising political realignments in Osun State since 2018 — when Adeleke defied odds to reclaim the PDP’s governorship ticket and later defeated the APC’s candidate at the polls.
For now, all eyes remain on Ede, where Governor Adeleke’s next political dance step could determine the rhythm of Osun politics heading into 2026.
