The recent resignation of Governor Ademola Adeleke from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has sparked confusion among party leadership in Osun State and among his supporters, as many are reportedly hesitant to follow him to his new party.

The future of the PDP is now uncertain following this development, with party leaders yet to decide how to respond to Adeleke’s resignation.

Adeleke resigned just a day before the PDP’s governorship primary and has reached an agreement with the Accord Party to run as their candidate in the 2026 election.

A reliable source from the Accord Party confirmed that party leaders have agreed to give Adeleke the governorship ticket, stating, “Everything has been sealed unless he changes his mind. I may not be authoritative about the date of his official announcement, but it would be done on or before December 10.”

However, concerns persist that some of Adeleke’s allies may not follow him to the Accord Party. Speculation has emerged that his deputy, Kola Adewusi, may be aligning himself with the All Progressives Congress (APC).

In September, the PDP leadership in the Ife Federal Constituency passed a vote of no confidence on Adewusi, former national secretary of the party Prof Wale Oladipo, and PDP Chairman of Ife East Local Government, Hon Olasunkanmi Makinde. The communiqué, dated 1 September 2025, accused these leaders of associating with Hon Taofeek Ajilesoro, who defected to the APC.

Speaking to our correspondent on Wednesday, the deputy governor’s spokesperson, Olagoke Awoyemi, dismissed rumours regarding Adewusi’s potential party switch.

He said, “The question of where the deputy governor is going does not arise because the governor has not announced the party he is going to.”

Awoyemi declined to comment on whether Adewusi remains in the PDP, urging inquiries to be referred to the governor’s spokesperson.

“The governor has not actually announced that he is joining any party, so the question of the deputy governor going with him does not arise. He is the most loyal deputy governor. They have been like Siamese twins,” Awoyemi added.

Meanwhile, Adebayo Adeleke, a chieftain of the APC and former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, confirmed that some individuals are considering defecting to the APC. He said, “People from different camps are coming to join APC. Our door is open. We are going to take them.” (The Sun)

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Tuesday, unveiled the ground-breaking ceremony for the Cubana Millennium City—a high-end luxury real estate and commercial development championed by business mogul, Chief Obinna Iyiegbu (Obi Cubana).

The event, held at Witchtech Junction in Asaba, drew government officials, traditional rulers, business leaders, and real estate investors from across the country.

The governor, who hailed the project as a symbol of confidence in Delta’s stability and economic future, praised the Cubana Group for what he called its “bold steps about the future of Asaba,” insisting that the venture proves investors increasingly trust the state’s security environment and business climate.

“No investor commits to a state unless they trust in its stability,” he said. “We have maintained peace, supported law enforcement, strengthened community relations, and ensured that Delta remains a safe and welcoming environment for businesses to thrive.

“Today, we are not just turning the soil—we are turning a new page in the story of Delta’s development.”
Obi Cubana described the development as an “ambitious real estate project” intended to serve as the “Banana Island of the South-South and South-East.”

He said the master-planned community is designed to feature luxury homes, commercial districts, smart-city infrastructure, green zones, entertainment clusters, and premium security architecture.

According to him, the objective is to redefine “premium living” in the region, adding “We are creating a modern, elegant, secure and lifestyle-forward community that will stand as a benchmark for urban luxury”.

“Growth is built on collaboration. We are bringing the best minds and partners together to deliver a city that reflects excellence, progress, and opportunity.”

He promised that the project would anchor a new wave of employment and economic expansion, to reshape Asaba.

In other news, the Executive Assistant on Community Development to the Governor of Delta State, Hon. Benjamin Sharta, aka DJ Ben, has praised his principal, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, describing him as the visionary leader who anticipated the future.

This commendation follows the remarkable developmental strides the governor has made in the state, which have transformed the lives of its citizens.

In a chat with newsmen during a public function in Udu, Hon. Sharta articulated his admiration for Governor Oborevwori’s foresight. He said, “Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori is the man who saw tomorrow.

He envisioned a future of peace, stability, equity, and unity for all Deltans long before many others even considered these possibilities. His commitment to these ideals was evident, though it was met with scepticism and criticism from various quarters.”

The United States is targeting sponsors of attacks on Christians in Nigeria for sanctions in its avowed plans to fight alleged genocide in Nigeria.

The announced punishment which include visa ban is also to be extended to the families of the sponsors and perpetrators of the attacks in Nigeria

The United States’ Department of State in a statement titled: “Combating Egregious Anti-Christian Violence in Nigeria and Globally,” announced “she is taking decisive action in response to the mass killings and violence against Christians by radical Islamic terrorists, Fulani ethnic militias, and other violent actors in Nigeria and beyond.

The statement said: “A new policy under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act will allow the State Department to restrict visa issuance to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom and, where appropriate, their immediate family members.

As President Trump had made it clear that the “United States cannot stand by while such atrocities are happening in Nigeria, and numerous other countries.”

According to the statement, this policy will apply to Nigeria and any other governments or individuals engaged in violations of religious freedom.

In a social media post some weeks back, Donald Trump had announced that: “Christianity is facing an existential threat in Nigeria. Thousands of Christians are being killed. Radical Islamists are responsible for this mass slaughter. I am hereby making Nigeria a “COUNTRY OF PARTICULAR CONCERN.”

He had added that: “When Christians, or any such group, is slaughtered like is happening in Nigeria (3,100 versus 4,476 Worldwide), something must be done! I am asking Congressman Riley Moore, together with Chairman Tom Cole and the House Appropriations Committee, to immediately look into this matter, and report back to me.”

Few days after his initial announcement, he had threatened to come gun -a-blazing to put a stop to the alleged Christian genocide in the country.

Nigerian government while admitting wide range killings in the country and insecurity, has consistently argued that Christians alone have not be targeted, but rather the killings have no religious line.

The government have equally applied for foreign assistance especially from American government to tackle the problem.