Osun 2026: ADC denies picking Najeem Salam, set for primary election

The African Democratic Congress has distanced self from reports purporting that the party “picked” Hon Najeem Salam as its flagbearer for the forthcoming gubernatorial election in Osun State.

Reports flying on social media indicated that Hon Najeem Salam emerged as the ADC candidate for the 2026 governorship election.

Party members especially supporters of another aspirant, Alh moshood Adeoti took to their social media handles on Tuesday to accuse Ogbeni Rauf of betraying their trust.

Clearing the air, ADC in a statement issued on Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi said the reports are “false and should be disregarded”.

“For the purpose of conducting the primaries to elect the party’s flagbearer for the 2026 governorship election in Osun, a timetable has been released and widely publicised.

“All aspirants are urged to adhere strictly to the guidelines.

“For the avoidance of doubts, the ADC remains committed to the highest standards of internal democracy, anchored on a free, fair and transparent electoral process”, the statement added.