Leaders and elders of the Accord Party in Iwo, Osun State, have reacted to the defection of Hon. Adesina Rabiu, describing his exit from the party as a welcome development.
In a statement signed by Chief Alidu Adeoye General Chairman,The Accord,Iwo LGA on Wednesday, the party’s leadership in Iwo said Rabiu’s departure had relieved the party of what they termed a longstanding burden, alleging that the lawmaker contributed more negatively than positively during his time with the party.
The Accord leaders accused Rabiu of engaging in actions that undermined the party’s growth and cohesion, noting that his conduct often created internal challenges and public embarrassment.
“When he was invited to the Government House a few days ago, we knew he wouldn’t stay any longer because his request for a second term ticket is a direct violation of the zoning formula operating within the Iwo state constituency.
“Aside from his abysmal performance which has made the party a laughing stock among Iwo people, Accord cannot violate the zoning formula which confirmed that Isale Oba is the next region to produce a state lawmaker.
“The defector was a beneficiary of the zoning formula which he was struggling to upturn as he was handed the ticket in 2022 to contest because it was not the turn of the contestant who won the primary.
“We apologise to the state leadership of the party and our dear governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke for fielding and sustaining such a failed politician in the first place. We assure that Iwo Accord will never support such mediocrity again and we will deepen the hold of Accord among Iwo people.
“The exit of Hon Rabiu is a good development for the Iwo Accord. The shame has been removed from us and we promise Iwo people that we will present a credible candidate who will make Iwo people proud at the State Assembly.
“Iwo people remain committed and passionate in their support for the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke. Our people appreciate the governor for what he has done so far and what he will still do for our people”, the statement noted.
