The Social Democratic Party, SDP, Osun State Chapter, has formally adopted the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate for the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election.
In a letter dated July 27, 2026, addressed to the APC State Chairman, Alhaji Tajudeen Lawal, the SDP said the decision was reached at its Southwest Zonal Meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State, and later endorsed by the party’s National Leadership.
Signed by the State Chairman, Hon. Apostle G. Remi Omidire, the SDP said the resolution was taken “after extensive consultations and careful consideration of the political realities and the overriding interest of the people of Osun State.”
“At the meeting… it was unanimously resolved that our party shall adopt the gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the forthcoming Osun State Governorship Election scheduled for 15th August, 2026,” the letter stated.
The SDP also requested an official engagement with APC leadership in Osun to “jointly fine-tune the modalities and necessary processes leading to the formal public announcement of this historic adoption” at an APC Mega Rally or any other event determined by the APC.
The party further noted that its leadership in Osun has been “affirmed by the competent court of law,” adding that a Certified True Copy of the relevant court judgment was attached to the letter.
Describing the move as strategic, the SDP said the collaboration “represents a significant step towards strengthening progressive politics in Osun State and advancing the collective aspiration for good governance, sustainable development and the continued prosperity of our people.”
The SDP’s adoption comes weeks ahead of the August 15 poll, and is expected to boost the APC’s structure and grassroots mobilisation in the state.
