Osun Speaker, 24 PDP Lawmakers Defect To Accord Party

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On Feb 27 2026, the Speaker of the Osun State Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, and 24 members of the assembly announced they had left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the Accord Party. The announcement was made through a statement by the Speaker’s spokesperson, Olamide Tiamiyu, who said the decision was reached after weeks of reflection and consultations with supporters and stakeholders. The Osun Assembly comprises 26 members, previously 25 PDP and one APC, meaning the defections leave the PDP with a single seat in the chamber. The lawmakers said they believed the Accord Party offers a more stable, inclusive, people‑centred platform to serve the state’s citizens. The shift may affect the balance of power in the state legislature and could influence upcoming electoral contests, though no immediate procedural changes were reported.

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Reported by 3 sources: the_whistler, Tribune, osun_defender.