Summary: ADC chieftain and media mogul Dele Momodu has broken down the 2026 Osun governorship election in the simplest terms possible — it’s a straight fight between Governor Adeleke and President Tinubu. Here’s what you need to know.
Forget the noise, forget the many faces on campaign posters, and forget the long list of political parties jostling for relevance. According to media mogul and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, Dele Momodu*, the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election boils down to one straight-up battle — **incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke** on one side, and the political machinery of *President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the other.
And if you know anything about Nigerian politics, you know that when Dele Momodu speaks on Osun matters, ears perk up. The man has skin in the game — culturally, politically, and historically.
Two Heavyweights, One State
Momodu’s framing of the election is bold but not entirely surprising to political watchers. Osun State has become something of a political battleground* between two of the Southwest’s most powerful forces — the **Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)**, which currently controls the government house through Governor Adeleke, and the *All Progressives Congress (APC), which enjoys the full backing of President Tinubu and his formidable political structure.
In Nigerian politics, we say “when two elephants fight, the grass suffers” — but in this case, Momodu seems to be saying there are only two elephants worth talking about.
Why This Framing Matters
By reducing the race to a Adeleke-versus-Tinubu contest, Momodu is essentially sending a message to voters, smaller parties, and political actors across the state:
– Pick a side. The middle ground is shrinking fast.
– Resources and structure will define this election. Tinubu’s political machinery is not something to wave aside with a hand.
– Adeleke’s survival depends on grassroots mobilisation. The “Dancing Governor” has built genuine popularity among ordinary Osun residents, but popularity alone doesn’t win elections in Nigeria — structure does.
The Adeleke Factor
Since taking office, Governor Ademola Adeleke has remained one of the more colourful and talked-about governors in Nigeria. Love him or criticise him, the man generates conversation. His supporters point to his accessibility and connect with the common man. His critics, however, question the depth of governance and delivery on promises.
But heading into 2026, what matters most is whether his PDP structure in Osun can withstand the pressure that typically comes when a sitting president decides to make a state election a personal mission.
The Tinubu Factor
President Tinubu’s interest in Osun is no secret. Losing the state to PDP in 2022 was a significant political blow, and reclaiming it would send a powerful message about his grip on Southwest politics ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Make no mistake — 2026 Osun is a rehearsal for 2027. Whoever controls Osun going into that cycle gains a psychological and logistical advantage.
What Does This Mean for Regular Osun Voters?
For the average Omoluabi on the streets of Osogbo, Ife, Ede, or Ilesa, this framing by Momodu is a call to pay attention and not be distracted by peripheral candidates or empty promises from politicians who have no real shot at power.
The question every Osun voter must ask is simple: Which direction do you want your state to go?
Bottom Line
Dele Momodu has drawn the battle lines clearly. The 2026 Osun governorship election, in his view, is not a crowded marketplace of options — it is a decisive clash between two powerful political forces. As the campaign season heats up, all eyes will be on how both camps mobilise, strategise, and ultimately convince the people of Osun State to hand them the keys to the Government House in Osogbo.
One thing is certain — this election will not be boring.
Stay with us for more updates as the 2026 election season unfolds across Nigeria.
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