Senator Agboola, Ilaka, Kamil Akinlabi, AROSAD, others set to dump Oyo PDP
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Indications emerged that some stalwarts and members of the Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are on the verge of exiting the party.
Their eventual departurefrom the ruling party, it was gathered, may deal a major blow to the PDP grassroots structure and electoral strength ahead of future contests as 2027 fast approaches.
Reliable sources within the party disclosed that former Senator representing Oyo North, Senator Hosea Ayoola Agboola popularly known as Halleluyah; former Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde, Chief Lukman Oyebisi Ilaka; former House of Representatives member, Hon. Kamil Akinlabi; and a former Executive Chairman of Atiba Local Government, Hon. Arowosaye Saheed (AROSAD), are in advanced consultations with opposition parties and may announce their formal departure in the coming weeks.
The looming defection is said to be fueled by mounting dissatisfaction over the party’s internal handling of power distribution, appointments, and continued alleged marginalization of loyal stakeholders who played key roles in securing victory for the PDP in past elections.
Sources close to the aggrieved politicians claim they have endured “systematic exclusion and political betrayal” under the current party structure in the state.
“Many of these leaders have been sidelined, used and dumped. There is no political reward system for loyalty anymore in Oyo PDP,” a party insider who pleaded anonymity said.
“How do you expect men who sacrificed everything for the party to continue to remain silent when they and their followers are consistently ignored?”
The discontent appears to cut across multiple zones in the state. Senator Agboola, a known mobilizer in Oke-Ogun, has reportedly withdrawn from key PDP activities in recent months.
Similarly, Chief Ilaka, a strong figure in Oyo Central, is said to be exploring new political alliances following what his camp describes as deliberate moves to “undermine his relevance” in his home constituency.
Also, Hon. Akinlabi and Arosad, both grassroots influencers in Oyo federal constituency, are said to be coordinating mass meetings with their supporters to determine the next line of action, which may involve a joint movement into another party or the formation of a political bloc to challenge the existing structure.
A source close to the discussions said: “These leaders are not just leaving alone—they are leaving with their structures. That’s thousands of committed party loyalists across Oyo State. The PDP leadership should be worried.”
The potential mass exit could shake the foundations of PDP in Oyo State, especially in light of ongoing national realignments and growing opposition strength in the South-West.
As of press time, no official statement has been released by the individuals involved, but close allies have confirmed that announcements could be made after consultations were concluded.
Unless urgent reconciliation moves are initiated by the party’s leadership, Oyo PDP may be heading for a major crisis that could impact its performance in future elections. The possible defection of these heavyweights could also inspire other dissatisfied chieftains to jump ship.
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