Osun: 25 PDP lawmakers move to Accord Party

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Twenty‑five members of the Osun State House of Assembly who were elected on the PDP platform have formally defected to the Accord Party, according to a statement from the Speaker’s Chief Press Secretary Olamide Tiamiyu. The decision was taken during a parliamentary meeting after earlier resignations from the PDP were submitted, and the lawmakers said the move was based on “deep reflection and extensive consultations” and a belief that Accord offers a more stable, inclusive platform. The defectors met Governor Ademola Adeleke and senior Accord leaders after the sitting, reaffirming their support for the governor and pledging quality representation. The shift may affect the balance of party representation in the state assembly ahead of the 2027 elections, and the legislators indicated they will continue to serve their constituents under the new party affiliation.

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Reported by 3 sources: Blueprint, Tribune, osun_defender.