In recent days, the political atmosphere in Oyo State has been clouded by rumors suggesting that Chief Adebayo Adelabu, the former Minister of Power and a prominent APC governorship hopeful, has taken his political party to court. These reports, which allege that the Chief is challenging the recent governorship primary election, have been met with swift and firm denial. Comrade Femi Awogboro, Chief Adelabu’s media aide, has come forward to debunk these claims entirely, labeling them as malicious fabrications. According to the camp of the former Minister, these stories are not just false, but are calculated attempts to stir up unnecessary tension and distract the party faithful from the important work of preparing for the 2027 election cycle.
To set the record straight, Chief Adelabu’s team is adamant that no legal action of any kind has been initiated. In fact, they state that the former Minister has not even filed a formal petition with the APC’s national headquarters regarding the primary elections. For the Adelabu camp, the absurdity of these rumors lies in the timeline itself: how could there be a lawsuit or a petition against a result that has not yet been officially declared? By highlighting this logical gap, the media aide emphasizes that there is simply no official winner or finalized outcome for the party to be challenged over, rendering the speculative reports regarding litigation entirely baseless.
At the heart of Chief Adelabu’s philosophy throughout this political season has been a steadfast call for procedural integrity. He has consistently argued that the internal democratic processes of the All Progressives Congress, as well as the national Electoral Act, must be followed to the letter. For Adelabu, insisting on the sanctity of party guidelines is not an act of rebellion or personal bitterness, but a commitment to the rule of law. His team argues that expecting the party to adhere to its own constitution is a mark of a loyal member, not an adversary. They warn that interpreting his call for due process as hostility is a gross misrepresentation of his character and his dedication to the party’s long-term health.
The current situation is undoubtedly fluid, characterized by what the Adelabu camp calls “self-proclamation.” With no official results released by the party’s authorized bodies, any claim of victory remains, in their view, premature and unofficial. The media aide touched upon the concerning rumors regarding the potential uploading of a candidate’s name to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) portal without a formal declaration. Awogboro noted that if such a thing were to happen, it would not only violate the party’s standing rules but also severely undermine the trust that voters place in the APC’s internal democratic mechanisms. However, the Chief remains hopeful that the party leadership will choose the path of constitutional adherence.
Beyond the administrative dust-up, there is a strong emphasis on Chief Adelabu’s unwavering loyalty to the APC. Despite the noise created by opponents and rumor-mongers, his camp maintains that he is fully invested in the unity and ultimate success of the party, both in Oyo State and across the national stage. By dismissing these legal threats as mere figments of a creative imagination, the team is trying to shield the party from manufactured division. They are sending a clear message to supporters: do not fall for fake news designed to create panic. Genuine updates, they insist, will only ever come through the officially authorized channels of his media office.
Ultimately, this entire episode serves as a reminder of how high-stakes politics can often lead to the spread of misinformation during uncertain times. As the party moves toward its 2027 goals, the message from the Adelabu camp is one of patience and adherence to protocol. They are calling for calm, urging members to disregard the noise, and reaffirming that the former Minister remains a dedicated party man who values the integrity of the process above individual ambition. For now, the focus shifts back to waiting for an official word from the party, as the Chief’s camp remains confident that when the process concludes, it will be done according to the rules that keep the APC strong.