Accord Party faces turmoil after Adeleke and Davido join
The Accord Party is experiencing internal conflict following the defections of Ademola Adeleke, Governor of Osun State, and his cousin, Afrobeats star Davido. Their entry has reignited a leadership crisis, with multiple factions claiming control of the party. Prominent party figures, including Chris Imumolen, Isaac Adeniyi, and Maxwell Mgbudem, are at odds over the legitimacy of the new members and the party’s direction. The controversy has exposed deep divisions and ongoing legal disputes within the party.
What we know
- Ademola Adeleke defected to the Accord Party on December 10 and became its governorship candidate, while Davido announced his membership on Tuesday.
- At least three factions are claiming the national leadership of the Accord Party, each expressing different views on Adeleke’s membership and candidacy.
- Chris Imumolen insists he is the lawful National Chairman and alleges that Adeleke’s defection did not follow party procedures.
- Maxwell Mgbudem is listed as National Chairman on the INEC website and asserts that Imumolen and Adeniyi have been suspended from the party.
- Ongoing legal disputes and public disagreements among party leaders have intensified the crisis, with some members remaining silent due to pending court cases.
