Osun 2026 Election: APC Internal Crisis Persists as Governorship Poll Nears
With just 34 days remaining before the Osun State governorship election, concerns are mounting over unresolved internal disputes within the All Progressives Congress (APC), despite repeated assurances from party leaders that reconciliation efforts are progressing.
The lingering disagreements, which stem from party primaries, leadership struggles and competing political interests, continue to generate uncertainty within the ruling party’s ranks. Political observers believe the unresolved issues could affect the APC’s cohesion as campaigns enter their final stretch.
Although senior party officials have consistently expressed confidence that aggrieved members would be reconciled before election day, signs of discontent remain visible in several parts of the state. Some party stakeholders have continued to express reservations over the reconciliation process, while others have called for greater inclusiveness and fairness.
The crisis has fueled speculation about possible defections and anti-party activities, with analysts warning that internal divisions could weaken the APC’s electoral chances if not urgently addressed.
Despite the challenges, APC leaders insist the party remains united and focused on securing victory at the forthcoming governorship election. They have urged members to place the party’s collective interest above personal ambitions and work together to strengthen grassroots mobilisation.
Meanwhile, opposition parties are closely monitoring developments, hoping to capitalise on any cracks within the APC as political campaigns intensify across Osun State.
As election day draws nearer, political analysts say the success of the APC’s reconciliation efforts may play a decisive role in determining the outcome of the governorship contest.With just 34 days remaining before the Osun State governorship election, concerns are mounting over unresolved internal disputes within the All Progressives Congress (APC), despite repeated assurances from party leaders that reconciliation efforts are progressing.
The lingering disagreements, which stem from party primaries, leadership struggles and competing political interests, continue to generate uncertainty within the ruling party’s ranks. Political observers believe the unresolved issues could affect the APC’s cohesion as campaigns enter their final stretch.
Although senior party officials have consistently expressed confidence that aggrieved members would be reconciled before election day, signs of discontent remain visible in several parts of the state. Some party stakeholders have continued to express reservations over the reconciliation process, while others have called for greater inclusiveness and fairness.
The crisis has fueled speculation about possible defections and anti-party activities, with analysts warning that internal divisions could weaken the APC’s electoral chances if not urgently addressed.
Despite the challenges, APC leaders insist the party remains united and focused on securing victory at the forthcoming governorship election. They have urged members to place the party’s collective interest above personal ambitions and work together to strengthen grassroots mobilisation.
Meanwhile, opposition parties are closely monitoring developments, hoping to capitalise on any cracks within the APC as political campaigns intensify across Osun State.
As election day draws nearer, political analysts say the success of the APC’s reconciliation efforts may play a decisive role in determining the outcome of the governorship contest.
