The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State is grappling with a new wave of defections, as Mrs Ropo Adejuwon, the First Woman Leader of PDP in Obokun Local Government, formally resigned her membership, citing the party’s failure to address the social well-being of her community.
In a letter addressed to the PDP Chairman of Ward 7, Obokun L.G., Mrs Adejuwon’s exit adds to a growing list of high-profile departures that have put the party under intense scrutiny and pressure.
Her resignation comes barely weeks after Hon. Oluwole Oke, the veteran lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, also quit the PDP. Oke’s departure, which followed public disagreements with the state party leadership and internal factionalisation.
These developments are part of a broader trend of defections that have rattled the PDP both within Osun and across Nigeria. The party has recently lost several notable figures, including governors and federal lawmakers, to the rival All Progressives Congress (APC), a situation attributed to internal strife and dissatisfaction with party leadership.
In Osun, the PDP has sought to downplay the impact, insisting its core values remain intact and urging members to remain united under Governor Ademola Adeleke’s leadership.
Despite Governor Adeleke’s repeated assurances that he remains committed to the PDP and has no intention of defecting, the party’s internal cohesion is being severely tested by these high-profile exits and the grievances aired by departing members. The resignation letters and public statements point to a pattern of discontent over perceived neglect, lack of inclusivity, and unaddressed local issues.
As the PDP faces mounting defections and public criticism, observers note that the party’s ability to address internal grievances and restore confidence among its members will be crucial ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Despite financial incentives and repeated meetings aimed at quelling unrest, the PDP in Osun faces a daunting task in stemming the tide of defections and restoring confidence among its members. The ongoing departures, coupled with public criticism and internal factionalisation, pose a real threat to party cohesion and Governor Adeleke’s prospects for re-election in 2026. It appears the boat is fast sinking.
2026 is crucial for Asiwaju Sen Nurudeen Ademola Jackson Adeleke and the PDP. This, his reelection seems to be threatened.
Observers note that the PDP’s ability to address internal grievances, foster inclusivity, and deliver on community development will be crucial for its survival and electoral success.
For now, the party is in a period of intense introspection, seeking ways to reassure its base and maintain its relevance in Osun’s evolving political landscape.
