Osun APC Has Become a Forbidden Party for the Common Masses — Hon. Comrade Onifade Declares

In the evolving political climate of Osun State, one sentiment continues to resonate strongly among many citizens: the belief that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has become, in their eyes, a “forbidden party” a political organization no longer trusted by the common masses. Whether this perception is fair or not is open to debate, but the frustration among a wide segment of the populace is impossible to ignore.

This public mood was vividly captured when Hon Comrade James Onifade addressed a large gathering of young people in Osogbo in the early hours of today. The event, attended by thousands of enthusiastic youths, focused on the future of Osun State and the determination to maintain the momentum of Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke’s administration beyond 2026.

Onifade did not mince words. He expressed his view that the APC’s years in power were marked by suffering and disappointment for the masses, describing the party as a political circle disconnected from the needs and aspirations of ordinary people. According to him, the APC’s twelve-year tenure left a legacy of “pain and agony,” one that many residents still recall with resentment.

From his perspective, the contrast with Adeleke’s three years of governance could not be sharper. Onifade praised what he called the Governor’s “purposeful administration,” highlighting visible projects and welfare-driven policies across Osun Central, East and West.

To him, these achievements have shaken the opposition and rendered their arguments ineffective. He further argued that the APC is struggling to reconnect with key constituencies. In his view, teachers, civil servants, students, artisans, and market traders have moved on and overwhelmingly embraced Adeleke’s “Imole” brand of governance. “What else is left for them?” he asked rhetorically, implying that the APC has lost its political footing in the state.

One example he celebrated was the recent issuance of promotion letters to teachers, complete with financial backing. Onifade sees this as symbolic of Adeleke’s commitment to restoring dignity to the workforce something he insists the previous administration failed to do.

The celebratory chants that filled the air during the gathering is “Adeleke till 2030,” “Imole Osun,” and other expressions of loyalty reflect a growing belief among supporters that the state is experiencing a political rebirth. Supporters describe the governor as “Omo Majemu,” a leader whose bond with the people is unwavering.

Of course, these are political opinions driven by passion, party loyalty, and personal experiences. The APC and its supporters would undoubtedly offer their own narrative, defending their record and challenging the claims made against them. Such is the nature of a vibrant democracy.

Still, the energy behind the pro-Adeleke movement cannot be denied. Many young people believe they have found in him a leader who listens, delivers, and represents their aspirations. Whether this enthusiasm will translate into another electoral victory in 2026 remains to be seen, but the momentum is clearly building.

As Osun celebrates three years of what supporters call “purposeful governance,” one thing is evident: the political debate in the state is far from over. But for now, in the hearts of many ordinary citizens, the APC appears to remain a forbidden party one they fear returning to the corridors of power.