The Accord Party has thrown its weight behind Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke ahead of the August 15 governorship election, describing the poll as a crucial test of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) preparedness to conduct the 2027 general elections.

In a statement issued on Monday by its National Chairman, Barr. Maxwell Mgbudem, the party urged residents of Osun State to vote overwhelmingly for Governor Adeleke, citing what it described as his impressive performance in office and commitment to people-centred governance.

Accord said Adeleke’s administration has recorded significant achievements in infrastructure, education, healthcare, security, workers’ welfare and the provision of social amenities, insisting that the governor deserves a second term to consolidate on the progress made.

According to the party, Adeleke’s leadership has accelerated development across the state despite challenges, including the alleged withholding of local government federal allocations, which it claimed affected grassroots administration.

The party described the governor as “a man of the people” whose inclusive style of governance has improved the welfare of residents and strengthened public confidence in government.
Accord also maintained that Osun remains one of its strongholds, expressing confidence that voters would support the continuation of what it called Adeleke’s transformative leadership at the polls.

The party, however, called on INEC and security agencies to remain neutral, professional and impartial before, during and after the election to ensure the credibility of the electoral process.
It stressed that every lawful vote must count and urged all stakeholders to safeguard the sanctity of the ballot box in order to strengthen public confidence in Nigeria’s…