The All Progressives Congress has come out to claim that Governor Ademola Adeleke's strongholds in Osun state have shifted in their favour ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
According to the Director-General of the APC for Osun-East Senatorial District Campaign Council, Prince Thomas Ogungbangbe, the odds now favour the APC, particularly in Ijesaland. This statement has sparked interest in the impending election, as it suggests that the APC is confident of winning in areas previously considered to be Adeleke's base. The claim raises questions about the factors that influence voter loyalty and whether a shift in stronghold allegiance can truly decide the outcome of an election.
As the 2026 governorship election approaches, it will be interesting to see how these claims play out and whether the APC's confidence is justified.