Oyo: Makinde’s Ally Dumps PDP , Accuses Gov Of Behaving Like A ‘Despot’

Seun Adelore, an erstwhile ally of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has resigned his position as the Chairman of the Ibadan North, citing the governor’s style of administration for his decision. Adelore has also dumped the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, in the state, accusing the governor of highhandedness and imposition.

According to his resignation letter he sent to the state PDP and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the state capital on Sunday , the former local government  party chairman said the governor is running the party like a one man show, saying those that worked for the party have been abandoned while Makinde’s cronies are being favoured.

He cited the emergence of the Governors’ Deputy Chief of Staff, Folajinmi Oyekunle as the candidate for the upcoming  Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election. He also accused Governor Makinde failure to reward “loyalty, and a growing departure from democratic principles” in the manner he’s running the affairs of the state and the party.

Adelore stressed that he took the decision after widely consulting with key stakeholders in the party and the state.

“The PDP in this state is increasingly being run like a private enterprise by select factions, undermining the collective spirit and transparency that should define party politics.”

“I write to formally tender my resignation as the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Ibadan North Local Government, effective July 7, 2025. I also hereby withdraw my membership from the party.

“This decision was not made lightly. After deep personal reflection and wide consultation with my supporters, I have chosen to step aside in order to preserve my integrity and honour. Despite my significant contributions to the party since 2018 alongside other loyal members, which contributed to the success of the current administration, I have watched with deep concern as values have deteriorated within the party.

“Vindictiveness, authoritarian tendencies, and a lack of respect for human dignity have unfortunately become pervasive. As Niccolò Machiavelli observed, despots often mask cruelty with gestures of charity while trampling those who helped bring them to power. This pattern has become evident in the state, where loyalty is often punished rather than appreciated.

“Over the past two years, I have witnessed a growing trend of imposition, intimidation, and disregard for democratic processes—practices that conflict with the foundational principles of the PDP. I can no longer lend my name and reputation to such contradictions.

“I am deeply grateful to my supporters, whose unwavering belief in my leadership has been humbling. It has been an honour to serve the party and contribute meaningfully to the progress of the state. I remain firmly committed to the ideals of true democracy and the genuine development of our state, not superficial accomplishments promoted by surrogates,” he stated.

Meanwhile,  the Acting Publicity Secretary of the party in the state, Michael Ogunsina, has reacted saying the party will engage with the former chairman to find out his grievances and they way forward on the matter.