Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has successfully reconciled his deputy, Kola Adewusi, with aggrieved leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ife Federal Constituency after weeks of political tension that threatened the party’s internal unity.
The reconciliation meeting took place in Osogbo and was attended by key stakeholders, including Deputy Senate Minority Leader Dr. Lere Oyewumi, Osun PDP Chairman Sunday Bisi, and other prominent party leaders. The governor announced that the lingering conflict, which had culminated in a vote of no confidence against the deputy governor and some party officials, had been fully resolved.
In a statement released through his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke attributed the rift to a communication breakdown and alleged external interference aimed at destabilizing the ruling party. He emphasized that the resolution marked a fresh start for the PDP in Ife, urging members to return to the grassroots to consolidate the party’s dominance in the region.
During the meeting, Adeleke noted that the unity displayed by the party leaders gave him confidence that the disagreements were now behind them. He reaffirmed that Ile-Ife remained a stronghold of the PDP and encouraged leaders to sustain their political activities in the constituency. The governor also highlighted that his administration had already executed developmental projects in the area and would continue to prioritize Ifeland in its governance agenda.
Osun PDP Chairman Sunday Bisi also addressed the reconciliation, describing the earlier discord as a “family affair.” He praised all parties for demonstrating restraint and commitment to the party’s progress, noting that the willingness of both sides to come together reflected the PDP’s strength in Osun State.
The crisis had escalated on September 1, when PDP leaders in Ife Federal Constituency passed a vote of no confidence in Deputy Governor Adewusi, former PDP National Secretary Professor Wale Oladipo, and Ife East PDP Chairman Olasunkanmi Makinde. They accused the three of aligning with former House of Representatives member Bimbo Ajilesoro, who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move sparked heated debates within the party, raising concerns about loyalty and internal discipline.
Political observers also suggested that the conflict may have been tied to growing speculations over a possible replacement of Adeleke’s deputy ahead of the 2026 governorship election. This fueled suspicions that internal party disagreements were being exploited by rival factions.
With the reconciliation now sealed, party stakeholders expressed optimism that the PDP in Ifeland’s four local government areas could move past the divisions and rally behind Adeleke’s leadership. The resolution is seen as a strategic step toward strengthening the party’s structure ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Governor Adeleke’s intervention is viewed by analysts as an important demonstration of political maturity, as unresolved disputes could have weakened the PDP’s chances in upcoming elections. By bringing together his deputy and dissenting leaders, Adeleke not only restored calm but also reinforced his influence as the unifying figure within Osun PDP.
The development is expected to ease tension among grassroots members and redirect attention toward consolidating the party’s governance achievements and preparing for future political contests. For now, the PDP in Osun appears to have regained stability, with leaders pledging loyalty to the governor and committing to work collectively toward sustaining the party’s dominance in Ifeland and across the state.
