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Oyo State political candidacy disputes

Overview

Political activity in Oyo State is intensifying ahead of the 2027 general elections, marked by legal disputes within the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

A lawsuit filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja challenges the party’s nomination of Olooye Adegboyega Taofeek Adegoke, whom the ADC submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on August 5, 2026. The litigation involves claims from aspirants including Dr. Gbemileke Alagbe and Dr. Aze Aze Adeduntan regarding the authentic candidacy. The suit names the ADC leadership, INEC, and Adegoke as respondents. While the Oyo Youth Alliance (OYA) noted that legal documents suggest Adegoke is the individual recognized by the national leadership, the dispute remains unresolved.

The internal conflict escalated on September 8, 2026, when ADC members marched through Ibadan to protest the disputed ticket. Demonstrators carried placards calling for “internal democracy” and demanded justice for Dr. Alagbe, whom they claim is the legitimate candidate following the party's primary. They have urged both the party leadership and INEC to intervene.

Concurrently, the African Action Congress (AAC) is expanding its organizational structure across local government areas to position itself as a primary opposition force. AAC Chairman Kayode Babayomi stated the party is expanding across all local government areas in Oyo State, claiming the AAC is the “only party fully prepared” for the upcoming elections.

Entities

Oyo State · African Democratic Congress · Independent National Electoral Commission · Olooye Adegboyega Adegoke · Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    African Democratic Congress faces internal disputes and election challenges in Nigeria

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) faces internal leadership disputes, legal battles over candidates, and allegations of political violence across various Nigerian states ahead of the 2027 elections.

  2. 24 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Oyo State ADC governorship ticket faces legal challenge

    A lawsuit filed by Dr Azeez Adeduntan identifies Olooye Adegboyega Adegoke as the ADC governorship candidate for Oyo State, challenging competing claims within the party.

  3. 25 days ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Oyo State political landscape shifts ahead of 2027 elections

    Political maneuvering intensifies in Oyo State for the 2027 elections, marked by an ADC candidacy legal challenge and AAC's claims of growing organizational strength.

Sources

blueprint.ng · dailytrust.com · idomavoice.com · insidebusiness.ng · insideoyo.com · iroyinyorubatv.com.ng · newtelegraphng.com · osundefender.com · punchng.com · puoreports.ng · reportersatlarge.com · tribuneonlineng.com

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