15/07/2025
Osun politics shakes, Aregbesola camp set to lose key ally, as APC faces shock defection to ADC
Editorial by - Osogbo Updates
In Osun State, the political undercurrents continue to shift in ways that reflect both local realities and broader state dynamics. Recent developments suggest that both the Rauf Aregbesola-led African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the mainstream Osun APC may be on the brink of significant shake-ups in their grassroots support bases.
Osogbo Updates has it on reliable authority that a prominent figure within the Aregbesola movement from Ejigbo Local Government is currently negotiating his defection to the mainstream Osun APC. The individual, known for deep ties with the local political structure and past loyalty to the Aregbesola TOP camp, is reportedly considering the move amid internal frictions and a reassessment of political prospects ahead of the 2026 election cycle.
While this development may be perceived as a win for the Osun APC part, it is not without its ironies. In a parallel twist, a high-profile APC stalwart from Odeomu in Ayedaade Local Government is also believed to be on the verge of defecting this time, from the APC to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
This figure’s decision, if finalised, would mark a notable shift in Ayedaade local government and Odeomu’s political landscape, potentially altering alignments in the local APC structure.
Party affiliations may shift, loyalties may change, but the underlying drivers remain constant, personal political survival, influence, and the perennial quest for relevance in a competitive political environment.
For observers of Osun politics, these movements serve as a reminder that no political bloc can afford complacency.
Both the Aregbesola, ADC and the Osun APC/PDP establishment have work to do in managing internal cohesion and maintaining their grassroots appeal.
