Accord Rejects Ibadan Coalition Summit, Demands Immediate Removal of Party Name

The Accord Party has publicly denied taking part in a political coalition meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State, where 14 political parties were reportedly said to have agreed to present a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The Accord party stated that it neither attended the summit nor approved any resolutions reached at the gathering.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Accord party described the use of its name among participating parties as misleading and unjust, insisting that its leadership was never informed of the meeting. The development has raised fresh concerns over the unity and coordination of opposition political groups ahead of the next presidential race.

Accord Distances Itself from Coalition Talks

According to a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Joseph Omorogbe, for the leadership headed by Barrister Maxwell Mgbudem, Accord party said it had no knowledge of the Ibadan summit and did not send any representative to the event.

Accord party stressed that it was wrong for any political organisation to be listed as part of a coalition without prior consultation or formal approval. It noted that such actions undermine democratic principles and create false impressions in the public space.

Accord further maintained that while political parties are free to build alliances and partnerships, such arrangements should only involve parties that willingly participated in the discussions and accepted the outcomes.

Demand for Name Removal and Warning to Politicians

Accord party described its inclusion in the reported coalition as reckless and embarrassing. It therefore demanded the immediate removal of its name from the list of parties associated with the summit.

Accord also warned politicians and coalition promoters against actions capable of creating unnecessary tension in the country ahead of the 2027 elections. It urged political actors to pursue their ambitions responsibly and avoid steps that could overheat the political atmosphere.

The statement added that the party remains committed to constructive democratic engagement and would not allow itself to be drawn into what it described as anti-democratic manoeuvres.

Focus on Future Elections

Accor said its present attention is on the forthcoming governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states, as well as preparations for the 2027 general election.

The party explained that it is concentrating on strengthening its internal structures, mobilising supporters, and positioning itself for future contests rather than becoming distracted by external political arrangements it did not authorise.

Observers believe the disagreement may affect efforts by opposition parties seeking to build a united front before the next national elections, as questions continue to emerge over trust, transparency, and genuine cooperation among key stakeholders.