The Accord Party in Osun State has officially confirmed that Governor Ademola Adeleke has been successfully documented and uploaded as its candidate for the forthcoming governorship election scheduled for 8 August 2026.
In a statement issued on Thursday in Osogbo, the state capital, the party’s chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, announced that the necessary documentation and submission processes with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had been completed.
Governor Adeleke now appears on INEC’s records as the Accord Party’s duly nominated candidate for the poll.
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Pastor Akande described the development as a major milestone in the party’s preparations for the contest.
“We are pleased to formally inform the good people of Osun State that His Excellency, Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has been successfully uploaded into the records of INEC as the Accord Party’s candidate,” he stated.
The confirmation resolves lingering questions about the party’s nomination procedures and demonstrates full compliance with electoral regulations.
“The confirmation by INEC is an affirmation that the nomination process has been duly concluded in line with the requirements of the law,” Pastor Akande added.
The Accord Party chairman expressed gratitude to residents, party members, and supporters across Osun State for their continued backing since the preparations began.
He highlighted the widespread solidarity and confidence shown towards both the party and Governor Adeleke, describing it as overwhelming and encouraging.
Pastor Akande urged party faithful and all eligible voters to stay committed to the electoral process as the poll approaches.
He specifically called on residents of voting age to ensure they are duly registered with INEC and have collected their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in good time.
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The announcement comes at a time when political activities in Osun State are intensifying ahead of the 2026 governorship race.
Governor Adeleke, who previously contested and won under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2022, appears to have secured a new platform with the Accord Party for his re-election bid.
With INEC’s records now updated, the Accord Party says it is poised to mobilise effectively and present its programmes to the electorate.
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