Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has inaugurated the state’s Presidential Campaign Council for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027, bringing together political structures associated with the Accord Party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
At the inauguration held in Osogbo on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Adeleke declared that the coalition was established specifically to support Tinubu’s presidential re-election bid, while allowing participating political parties to maintain their separate interests in legislative elections.
The governor also expressed confidence that the alliance could mobilise substantial support for the President in Osun State, setting a target that exceeds the 1.5 million votes previously promised to Tinubu.
Adeleke Explains Purpose of Political Alliance
In his address, Adeleke described the coalition as a gathering of influential political stakeholders from different political backgrounds who had agreed to work towards a common objective in the 2027 presidential election.
He said the alliance brought together structures from the Accord Party, APC and PDP, describing the arrangement as a broad political partnership intended to strengthen Tinubu’s campaign in Osun State.
According to the governor, the coalition should be understood within the context of the presidential election rather than as a merger of the participating parties.
He emphasised that members of the alliance were expected to work together in support of Tinubu while retaining the freedom to support candidates of their respective parties in elections for the Senate, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly.
The clarification is significant because the participating political groups have their own interests and ambitions in Osun’s political landscape.
By separating presidential cooperation from legislative contests, Adeleke sought to establish the boundaries of the alliance and make clear that the arrangement would not automatically extend to every election on the 2027 ballot.
Governor Targets More Than 1.5 Million Votes
Adeleke told members of the newly inaugurated council that the coalition was expected to mobilise more than the 1.5 million votes previously promised to Tinubu.
The target places voter mobilisation at the centre of the council’s responsibilities as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general election.
However, the figure represents a campaign objective rather than an established electoral outcome. Its eventual achievement will depend on voter participation, public opinion, party organisation and the coalition’s ability to translate its political agreements into votes.
The governor called on political stakeholders to put aside their previous disagreements and work towards the shared presidential objective.
He also urged members of the council to embrace unity, arguing that cooperation across political differences could provide a common platform for the campaign.
Adeleke Gives Update on Osun Local Government Crisis
Beyond the presidential campaign, the governor addressed the lingering local government crisis in Osun State, disclosing that discussions between the state government and the Federal Government had reached an advanced stage.
Adeleke expressed optimism that a resolution could be announced soon, although his address did not provide a specific date for an agreement or details of the proposed settlement.
The development remains important to the state’s governance because disagreements over local government administration have been a major issue in Osun’s political environment.
The governor’s remarks suggested that negotiations were continuing, but the public will need further official information to establish whether the discussions will produce a lasting resolution.
A successful settlement would be expected to clarify outstanding administrative and political questions surrounding local government governance in the state.
Political Differences and the Call for Cooperation
Adeleke also appealed to political leaders and supporters to recognise the importance of the presidential election and work together despite their previous disagreements.
His message focused on building a coalition around Tinubu’s re-election while encouraging members to approach the campaign with a shared sense of responsibility.
The arrangement brings together political actors whose interests may differ in other electoral contests. Maintaining such cooperation could therefore require continued engagement, clear communication and an understanding of the limits of the agreement.
Although the inauguration signals a formal step towards organising the campaign in Osun, the strength of the alliance will ultimately be tested by its ability to sustain coordination among its participating groups.
The campaign council will also need to convert its stated objectives into practical activities, including voter engagement, grassroots mobilisation and the communication of its political message.
What the Coalition Means for the 2027 Election
The inauguration highlights the role of cross-party political arrangements in Nigeria’s electoral process, where politicians and party structures may cooperate on one contest while competing in others.
For Osun State, the arrangement could reshape the pattern of political mobilisation ahead of the presidential election. However, the extent of its influence will depend on how effectively the coalition operates and how voters respond to its campaign.
Adeleke’s clarification that the alliance does not cover legislative elections is particularly important. It means that support for Tinubu at the presidential level should not automatically be interpreted as a collective endorsement of every APC, Accord or PDP candidate contesting other positions.
The distinction also leaves room for political competition to continue at the state and federal legislative levels, even among groups cooperating on the presidential campaign.
Ultimately, the council’s inauguration establishes a campaign framework, but the actual electoral impact will only become clearer as the election approaches.
Governor Ademola Adeleke’s inauguration of the Osun State Presidential Campaign Council marks a formal move to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.
The governor has set an ambitious mobilisation target, brought together political structures associated with three parties and clarified that their cooperation is limited to the presidential contest.
He has also indicated that discussions over Osun’s local government crisis are progressing, although a definitive resolution remains to be announced.
As preparations continue, the central questions will be whether the coalition can maintain unity across party lines, achieve its mobilisation objectives and deliver a coordinated campaign without undermining the separate interests of its participating members.
Joseph Iyaji is a journalist and publisher at Akahi News.
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