5 PDP Nationwide Meeting Members Defect to APC in Osun
5 members of the Nationwide Meeting elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Occasion (PDP) on Saturday formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State.
The defectors embody Senators Francis Fadahunsi (Osun East) and Olubiyi Fadeyi (Osun Central), in addition to Home of Representatives members Omirin Olusanya (Ijesa South Federal Constituency), Wole Oke (Ijesa North Federal Constituency), and Taofeek Ajilesoro (Ife Central Federal Constituency).
They have been obtained by social gathering leaders, members, and supporters in Osogbo, the state capital.
Talking on the occasion, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economic system, Gboyega Oyetola, mentioned the APC welcomes all members with out discrimination, noting that the brand new entrants would increase the social gathering’s dedication to reclaim the state and restore efficient governance.
“We’re gathered not simply to obtain our new members, however to affirm a shared conviction that the certain path to prosperity, stability, and visionary management lies within the All Progressives Congress.
“Within the APC, there are not any strangers—we’re one united household. Your arrival strengthens our resolve to reclaim Osun and restore dignity to governance,” he mentioned.
Oyetola added that the achievements of President Bola Tinubu since assuming workplace have laid a robust basis for nationwide renewal.
“That’s the reason we proudly and confidently endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second time period in 2027—to consolidate these features and safe lasting prosperity,” he mentioned.
He additionally urged social gathering members to accentuate efforts forward of the August 8 governorship election within the state.
“At residence, the 2026 governorship election is quick approaching. Our mission is evident: reclaim Osun and return it to critical, people-focused governance.
“We are going to construct a state the place colleges and hospitals operate successfully, infrastructure is sturdy, youth and small companies are empowered, and governance is clear and accountable.
“However victory will come solely by unity, arduous work, and grassroots mobilisation. So I cost you: return to your communities, wards and polling items.
“Inform our those who the sunshine of progress has returned to Osun. Inform them the APC is stronger, united, and decided.
“Collectively, we’ll reclaim Osun on August 8. Collectively, we’ll re-elect President Tinubu in 2027. Collectively, we’ll safe a brighter future for our youngsters,” he mentioned.
The state APC chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, mentioned the defection would additional strengthen the social gathering and increase its possibilities within the governorship election in addition to the 2027 presidential ballot. He added that there could be no discrimination in political alternatives no matter when members joined the social gathering.
Equally, the APC governorship candidate within the state, Bola Oyebamiji, known as on social gathering members to stay united forward of the 2026 and 2027 elections.