2027: Oyo NDC removes chairman, appoints successor

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Oyo State has removed its chairman, Princess Oyeronke Bolajoko, and named Akeem Aderogba as her successor.

The Oyo NDC Secretary, Adeolu Adewuyi, announced the removal on behalf of the other executives, aspirants, and members at a press conference held at the party house in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Monday, November 9, 2026.

Adewuyi said the action was not motivated by personal animosity or political vendetta but by a collective commitment to preserving the party’s unity, internal democracy and constitutional integrity.

Adewuyi said the NDC was founded on democratic values, fairness, accountability and respect for the rule of law.

According to him, no individual, regardless of position, should be allowed to undermine the party’s foundational principles.

He accused Bolajoko of unlawfully suspending principal executives without following due process or granting them a fair hearing.

Adewuyi said the alleged unilateral suspension of executives without strict adherence to the party’s constitution raised concerns about respect for internal democracy in the state chapter.

Adewuyi also accused the chairman of abuse of office and administrative high-handedness, saying the office was expected to serve as a unifying force.

The NDC official further alleged a lack of accountability and transparency in managing the party’s affairs and resources.

Adewuyi said members deserved clarity on resource management and decisions taken in the party’s name.

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Thereafter, the NDC Campaign Director-General in Oyo State, Adeola Ebisemiju-Olamide, announced Aderogba as the new state chairman.

Ebisemiju-Olamide said NDC executives, aspirants, and members made the decision to restore accountability, unity and democratic discipline in the party.

Ebisemiju-Olamide called on the party’s leadership to intervene, investigate the allegations and take appropriate constitutional measures.

He also urged members to remain calm, law-abiding and committed to the party’s ideals.

Bolajoko had yet to speak on her removal as of press time.