‘Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, will likely become the only Southwest governor on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in a matter of days when his Osun counterpart, Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke leaves the party for Accord.
Adeleke, who is one of the few Governors yet to leave the PDP, is yet to officially announce his decision. But this is expected to happen when he returns from his current trip abroad, according to one of his predecessors, Olagunsoye Oyinlola.
He revealed this while speaking on Osogbo-based private radio station Rave FM’s programme, Oro Oselu, on Monday
Oyinlola, confident about Accord as Adeleke’s destination, explained that the party is a reasonable option for the Governor.
He added that ongoing crises within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the national level—likely to invalidate nomination processes— is key to the Governor’s decision to consider alternatives political platforms for his reelection.
“There was a time we considered moving to the APC, but I informed them I know that party well and would not follow them there. My stance remains the same.
“The APC does not honour promises. As secretary of the New PDP during the formation of the APC, I received nothing for my efforts. My decision to move with Adeleke depends on the party we choose. If it’s a party I do not believe in, I will not join.
“If we were to opt for APGA, it would be a one-shot chance. The Accord party is a fair option. I know how the Accord party was formed and its founder, Olusegun Obasanjo. I was involved in the formation of the African Democratic Congress, but it did not meet expectations and has lingering issues, despite some prominent politicians there now.
“When the governor returns this week, we will deliberate and inform the people of Osun of our decision,” Oyinlola said in Yoruba
Regarding crises afflicting the PDP and efforts by his committee to resolve disputes in a few state chapters, Oyinlola reported that disagreements in four out of six states had been settled.
On the nation’s state, Oyinlola expressed concerns over the faltering economy and security challenges. He questioned, “Has the economy improved under the Federal Government? Is food now sufficient for the masses? The insecurity is widespread. If governance was effective, why would Donald Trump threaten an invasion of Nigeria?
“What occurred in Nigeria last week was unacceptable and would warrant resignation in any other country. While not everyone will be content with Adeleke’s administration, the impact of the current government is unmistakable.”
