APC to governor: Stop blaming FG for your political woes
By Michael Ofulue, Osogbo
The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims by the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) that Governor Ademola Adeleke verbally attacked President Bola Tinubu, during the recent South West Summit held in Akure, Ondo State.
In a statement issued by its Media Directorate, the PDP described the allegation as “a false narrative concocted by political detractors,” particularly naming APC spokesperson Mr. Kola Olabisi, whom it accused of spreading misinformation for political gain.
According to the party, Governor Adeleke’s presentation at the summit was an “honest and factual account of Osun State’s experiences in governance and intergovernmental relations”—not an attack on the President.
“Throughout the Governor’s speech in Akure, there was no attack on Mr. President,” the PDP stated. “Rather, it was an open discussion on how to improve relations between the Federal Government and the states within the framework of fairness and constitutional balance.”
The party explained that Adeleke highlighted both areas of cooperation with the Federal Government and challenges in ensuring equitable governance, particularly regarding local government administration and fiscal management.
It further described as “shameful and malicious” the attempt by the opposition to twist the Governor’s remarks, insisting that Adeleke has consistently demonstrated respect for President Tinubu as both a leader and a fellow Yoruba statesman.
“Governor Adeleke has never disparaged President Tinubu,” the statement continued. “He remains committed to promoting harmony between Osun and the Federal Government, regardless of political affiliations.”
Meanwhile, the Osun State chapter of the APC has cautioned Governor Adeleke to stop blaming President Tinubu for what it called his “self-inflicted political woes and administrative failures.”
In a counter-statement, the APC alleged that Governor Adeleke, during his address at the Akure summit, accused the Federal Government of withholding Osun’s local government allocations and marginalising the state in federal affairs—claims the party described as untrue and politically motivated.
The APC argued that Adeleke’s grievances stemed from the Court of Appeal ruling of February 10, 2025, which ordered the release of local government funds to APC-led councils, rather than any alleged bias by the Federal Government.
Defending President Tinubu’s administration, the party listed several projects and interventions in Osun State—including over N10 billion invested in education and health programmes, TETFUND-funded infrastructure across tertiary institutions, and N5 billion in UBEC support for basic education.
“It is ironic that a governor benefiting immensely from federal allocations and interventions would still accuse the Federal Government of marginalisation,” the APC said. “Governor Adeleke should face governance instead of manufacturing excuses for his failures.”
The party further accused Adeleke of poor performance, wasteful spending and neglect of critical sectors such as education and healthcare, citing what it called “extravagant expenditure on luxury vehicles for politicians” while public institutions remain underfunded.
Observers say the latest exchange between the two major parties reflects the deepening rivalry in Osun’s political landscape. With the 2026 elections approaching, analysts predict that both the PDP and APC will intensify their messaging to shape public perception and consolidate their bases.