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Osun PDP Leaders Condemn Wole Oke Over ‘Attack’ On Gov. Adeleke

ByOlamilekan Adigun

PublishedJuly 30, 2025

The leadership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Obokun and Oriade local government areas has warned the lawmaker representing the constituency, Mr Wole Oke, over his recent ‘verbal attacks’ on the Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke.

The PDP leaders, following a meeting, expressed their displeasure over what they described as “unwarranted and provocative actions” by the lawmaker who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress.

While recalling Oke’s long-standing affiliation with the party, the PDP chieftains noted that he had benefited 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 by the PDP chieftains read.

The party leaders issued a stern warning to Oke, urging him to desist from any further acts of provocation or political intimidation, stating clearly that “no one has the monopoly of confrontation.”

The PDP chieftains also condemned the lawmaker representing Osun East, Senator Adenigba Fadahunsi, over his 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 (Oke and Fadahunsi) 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.”

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 noted.

Olamilekan Adigun

Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.