The leadership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Obokun and Oriade local government areas have issued a strong condemnation of recent verbal attacks and alleged sabotage targeted at Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke.
Rising from a high-level meeting, the party leaders expressed their displeasure over what they described as “unwarranted and provocative actions” by former PDP chieftain and member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Wole Oke.
In a joint statement released after the meeting, the PDP leaders recalled Hon. Oke’s long-standing affiliation with the party, noting that he had benefitted from the platform since 2003. They described his recent actions and public comments as a betrayal of the very political structure that nurtured his career.
“When Hon. Wole Oke joined the PDP, he had little to his name. Through the grace of God and the unflinching support of party members, we stood by him, defended him, and helped elevate him. It is therefore disheartening to witness him turn around to attack the same platform that gave him relevance,” the statement read.
The party leaders issued a stern warning to Hon. Oke, urging him to desist from any further acts of provocation or political intimidation, stating clearly that “no one has the monopoly of confrontation.”
They also took a swipe at Hon. Oke and Senator Adenigba Fadahunsi over their recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as unilateral, self-serving, and a betrayal of loyal party members at the grassroots.
“At no point did they consult the party structure in Obokun and Oriade before making such a decision. It is a slap on the face of those who worked day and night under intense pressure and intimidation to secure their electoral victories. Their new alignment with the APC is a betrayal we will not forget,” the leaders said.
They further declared that the political mandate held by the defectors rightfully belongs to the PDP, and vowed to explore all legal avenues to reclaim what they called “the people’s mandate.”
In conclusion, the statement reaffirmed the unwavering loyalty of Obokun and Oriade PDP leaders to Governor Adeleke’s administration, pledging continued grassroots support and solidarity.
“We stand firm with His Excellency, Governor Ademola Adeleke. We are the real politicians on the ground, tested, trusted, and deeply rooted. Let it be known: any attempt to destabilize the PDP in Ijesa land will be met with strong and lawful resistance,” the statement concluded.
