7 h. ago Political Tension In Osun Over Adeleke’s Rumoured Defection To APC

There is palpable tension, fear and confusion among politicians in Osun State as the parties prepare for the August 2026 gubernatorial election in the state. The tension may not be unconnected to continued rumours permeating the social media over Governor Ademola Adeleke’s defection to the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. Adeleke, who […]

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10 h. ago Rumoured defection: Osun PDP leaders say they’ll move with Gov Adeleke

•APC youth urges Tinubu to reject governor From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The rumoured defection plans of Governor Ademola Adeleke might have been ratified by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State as the leadership caucus of the party reportedly passed a vote of confidence in him and promised to support whatever decision he takes. […] The post Rumoured defection: Osun PDP leaders say they’ll move with Gov Adeleke appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago We’ll follow you wherever you go, Osun PDP leadership caucus backs Adeleke amid defection rumours

Tribune Online We’ll follow you wherever you go, Osun PDP leadership caucus backs Adeleke amid defection rumours The leadership of the Osun State caucus of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Saturday passed a vote of confidence... We’ll follow you wherever you go, Osun PDP leadership caucus backs Adeleke amid defection rumours Tribune Online

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4 d. ago ADC Coalition: Anambra LP guber candidate, Moghalu, dismisses defection rumours

Tribune Online ADC Coalition: Anambra LP guber candidate, Moghalu, dismisses defection rumours There’s no iota of truth in the rumour,” Moghalu said. “It’s being circulated by those who feel threatened by the strength, popularity, and ADC Coalition: Anambra LP guber candidate, Moghalu, dismisses defection rumours Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Kaduna PDP dismisses defection rumours, backs national convention

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed speculations of mass defections rocking its ranks, declaring instead unflinching loyalty to the party’s leadership and renewed determination to wrest power from the All Progressives Congress (APC) at all levels. Rising from an expanded caucus meeting held in Kaduna […] The post Kaduna PDP dismisses defection rumours, backs national convention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago ADC: Zulum Dismisses Defection Rumour, Affirms Loyalty To APC

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has dismissed speculations in some sections of the online media, suggesting that he would lead five other governors to defect to the opposition coalition party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Zulum, in a statement by his spokesperson, Dauda Iliya, described the rumour as unfounded and baseless fabrication by unscrupulous […]

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7 d. ago ADC: Zulum dismisses defection rumour, affirms loyalty to APC, Tinubu

Tribune Online ADC: Zulum dismisses defection rumour, affirms loyalty to APC, Tinubu "We remain resolute in our commitment to serving Borno State under the banner of our great party, the APC,” the statement concluded. ADC: Zulum dismisses defection rumour, affirms loyalty to APC, Tinubu Tribune Online

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7 d. ago ‘I remain in PDP,’ Gov Adeleke dismisses defection rumours to APC, ADC

Tribune Online ‘I remain in PDP,’ Gov Adeleke dismisses defection rumours to APC, ADC Adeleke also reiterated that his administration remains focused on delivering on its five-point development agenda and assured citizens that governance and service delivery would not be distracted by political falsehoods. ‘I remain in PDP,’ Gov Adeleke dismisses defection rumours to APC, ADC Tribune Online

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9 d. ago “I’ll Always Be Where Buhari Is” – Hadi Sirika Shuts Down ADC Defection Rumours

Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has firmly denied claims that he has defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), maintaining his loyalty to former President Muhammadu Buhari and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The denial comes after Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, alleged on Arise TV that Sirika had joined […] The post “I’ll Always Be Where Buhari Is” – Hadi Sirika Shuts Down ADC Defection Rumours appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Plateau: “Nothing Will Make Me Leave PDP” – Governor Mutfwang Dismisses Rumoured Plan To Defect To APC

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has firmly denied claims that he is planning to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an interview on Wednesday, Mutfwang dismissed the rumours, stressing that he remains committed to the PDP, the platform that brought him to power. “There […] The post Plateau: “Nothing Will Make Me Leave PDP” – Governor Mutfwang Dismisses Rumoured Plan To Defect To APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2027: Kwankwaso’s defection to APC just rumour — Kano NNPP chairman

Tribune Online 2027: Kwankwaso’s defection to APC just rumour — Kano NNPP chairman The Kano State Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Alhaji Hashim Dugunrawa, has dismissed as mere rumour the reported planned defection of the party’s former presidential candidate, Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, to... 2027: Kwankwaso’s defection to APC just rumour — Kano NNPP chairman Tribune Online

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2 w. ago 2026: Osun APC has nothing to offer, Adeleke will win convincingly – PDP Chairman

Tribune Online 2026: Osun APC has nothing to offer, Adeleke will win convincingly – PDP Chairman He noted that Governor Adeleke has performed excellently in governance, stating that the PDP is strong enough to win the 2026: Osun APC has nothing to offer, Adeleke will win convincingly – PDP Chairman Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Osun LG crisis deepens as PDP accuses CBN of sabotage, demands transfer of CBN leader

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The crisis over the control of local government in Osun State has deepened as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) allegedly prevented the newly elected local government chairmen under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from opening accounts for statutory allocations. Speaking at a press conference in Osogbo on Tuesday, the Osun […] The post Osun LG crisis deepens as PDP accuses CBN of sabotage, demands transfer of CBN leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Osun APC mocks PDP over reinstated council chairmen, councillors 

By John Ogunsemore The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is pained by the Court of Appeal judgment of February 10 that reinstated the APC local government council chairmen and councillors across the state and another judgement of the court on June 13 that reiterated the […] The post Osun APC mocks PDP over reinstated council chairmen, councillors  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “My Political Future Is In God’s Hands, Not APC” — Mutfwang Dispels PDP Defection Rumours

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has dismissed widespread speculation about his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), branding the reports as “unfounded and misleading.” Speaking during a media chat on Sunday, June 16, 2025, Mutfwang clarified his political stance and reaffirmed his loyalty to the PDP, stating, […] The post “My Political Future Is In God’s Hands, Not APC” — Mutfwang Dispels PDP Defection Rumours appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Control of LGs: Appeal Court judgement reignites tension in Osun

Tribune Online Control of LGs: Appeal Court judgement reignites tension in Osun •Court dismisses APC’s bid to revive sacked council chairmen’s case •APC should apologise to Osun people —State govt   •This verdict does not affect our chairmen —APC •Osun PDP hails court of Appeal ruling, slams APC for ‘misrepresentation’ The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure has struck out a request by the All Progressives Congress […] Control of LGs: Appeal Court judgement reignites tension in Osun Tribune Online

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