Former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has refuted claims that he is planning to dump the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Allied People’s Movement (APM), reaffirming his loyalty to the ruling party.
Adelabu made the clarification in a statement released on Friday in Ibadan by his media aide, Femi Awogboro.
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The statement was issued in response to reports alleging that Adelabu’s personal assistant, Ajiboye Akande, had held discussions with members of the APM to pave the way for the former minister’s defection ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Describing the reports as false and without merit, Adelabu maintained that neither he nor any member of his team was considering leaving the APC.
“He remains a loyal member of the APC and continues to hold the President and National Leader of the party, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in the highest esteem as his political mentor,” the statement read.
It further stated that Adelabu has unwavering confidence in the APC, respects the party’s leadership, and remains committed to democratic principles.
“Chief Adelabu believes in the party, respects its leadership, and remains committed to the democratic process. Consistent with his reputation for integrity and decency in politics, he is always prepared to abide by the lawful decisions of the party’s national leadership,” the statement added.
The former minister also urged the public to ignore the reports, describing them as misleading and deliberately intended to create unnecessary political tension.
“The public should disregard the false claims linking Mr. Ajiboye Akande or Chief Adebayo Adelabu with any planned defection to the APM. The rumour is unfounded, mischievous, and clearly aimed at creating confusion where none exists,” the statement said.
Adelabu was one of the aspirants in the recent APC governorship primary election in Oyo State but was defeated by Senator Sharafadeen Ali, who emerged as the party’s candidate.
His denial comes amid growing political manoeuvring and renewed speculation as parties and politicians begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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