Osun APC Snubs Fadeyi, Deepening Oyetola–Bashiru Power Rift

The Osun APC faces stormy criticism after its Central Senatorial primary sidelined Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi despite his strong grassroots support. Party insiders argue it makes no sense that four PDP defectors won return tickets under President Tinubu’s directive while Fadeyi—a known loyalist—was left out. Many see this as bias in the cold war between Minister Gboyega Oyetola and APC National Secretary Ajibola Bashiru. The emergence of SAN Adegoke Rasheed (KRAD) and his sudden clearance after an earlier disqualification has intensified rumours. Observers believe KRAD’s victory is aimed at checking Bashiru’s influence ahead of a possible 2030 governorship bid. Supporters warn that failing to address these perceived double standards risks deeper divisions in Osun APC before the governorship and 2027 general elections.

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