The Accord Party in Osun State has confirmed the successful uploading of Governor Ademola Adeleke as its duly nominated candidate for the August 8, 2026 governorship election.
The party, in a statement issued by its chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, on Thursday in Osogbo, said the confirmation followed the completion of documentation and submission processes with the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, which now lists Adeleke as the Accord Party candidate for the poll.
Akande said the development marked a significant milestone in the party’s preparations for the forthcoming election.
“We are pleased to formally inform the good people of Osun State that His Excellency, Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, has been successfully uploaded into the records of INEC as the Accord Party’s candidate,” Akande said.
The party noted that the confirmation had addressed questions surrounding its nomination process ahead of the 2026 governorship contest scheduled by INEC.
Akande stated that the development was viewed as an affirmation of the party’s compliance with electoral guidelines and procedures governing candidate nominations.
“The confirmation by INEC is an affirmation that the nomination process has been duly concluded in line with the requirements of the law,” the Accord chairman said.
He also acknowledged the support received by the party and its candidate from residents and members across the state since the commencement of preparations for the election.
According to Akande, “We appreciate the overwhelming support, solidarity and confidence reposed in the party and in Governor Ademola Adeleke by the people of Osun State.”
The Accord chairman urged party supporters and eligible voters in the state to remain focused on the electoral process ahead of the poll.
He also called on residents of voting age to ensure they are registered with INEC and have obtained their Permanent Voter Cards in readiness for the August 8, 2026 election.
