PDP Labels APC Governorship Aspirants in Osun State as Ego-Driven and Lacking Development Plans

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has intensified its criticism of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirants ahead of the 2026 elections branding them as ego-driven politicians without substantive development plans.

The PDP described the APC aspirants’ ambitions as a “parade of political irrelevance” questioning what positive legacy they left during their previous administration.

The PDP emphasized unresolved issues such as unpaid salaries pensioners’ plight and neglected local government workers under APC’s watch contrasting these with Governor Ademola Adeleke’s people-centered governance which they say has brought tangible progress across the state.

The PDP’s Director of Media, Oladele Bamiji dismissed APC’s attacks on Governor Adeleke as hollow and lacking credibility, asserting that voters now prioritize visible results over mere political noise.

He challenged APC aspirants to explain their sudden eagerness to regain power in the face of what he called a troubled past marked by failure and arrogance.

Meanwhile, APC governorship aspirants like Senator Babajide Omoworare have declared intentions to contest emphasizing the need for purposeful leadership focusing on infrastructure and agriculture to address stagnation in development.

APC candidates acknowledge challenges like poor rural roads that hinder food distribution and have vowed to prioritize such critical sectors.

Political tensions in Osun remain high, with violent conflicts tied to local government crises and fierce competition over control of councils seen as crucial for upcoming state and general elections.

The contest between Governor Adeleke and former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, both seeking re-election reflects a deep-seated rivalry marked by contrasting governance records and political allegiances.

The PDP continues to project confidence in Adeleke’s re-election prospects asserting that the people of Osun prefer proven progress over the “deceptive noise” of the opposition.

This evolving political landscape shows both parties gearing up for a heated battle with development promises and critiques at the forefront of campaigns while underlying tensions and power struggles continue to shape Osun State’s pre-election environment.