The Action Peoples Party in Osun State has issued a strong appeal to security operatives, urging them to ensure full implementation of a recent Federal High Court judgment regarding the local government impasse.
In a statement released on Sunday by its chairman, Odesola Titus, the party emphasized that the court’s decision unequivocally affirms the mandate of democratically elected council officials.
The Federal High Court in Osogbo ruled that the continued stay in office of APC-affiliated chairmen and councillors is unconstitutional, according to Odesola.
However, the APP clarified that the judgment does not nullify the local government elections conducted on February 22, 2025.
“We alert all security agencies in Osun State about the recent Federal High Court verdict. The court has clearly declared the continued tenure of Yes or No (APC) chairmen and councillors as illegal,” Odesola stated.
He stressed that the ruling reinforces the need to acknowledge and protect the authority of legitimately elected officials, warning against any unlawful interference with their duties.
“Given this verdict, we call on all relevant security bodies to act promptly to enforce compliance. It is vital to maintain peace, law, and order in our communities and to safeguard the mandate of those duly elected by the people of Osun State,” he added.
The party further urged security agencies to uphold democratic principles and ensure stability across local government areas in line with the court’s directive.
The APP expressed gratitude for the cooperation of security agencies and their dedication to the rule of law, expressing confidence that the democratic process in Osun would be respected.
This appeal follows Governor Ademola Adeleke’s vow that PDP-elected council officials from the February 22, 2025 polls would assume office on Monday, June 22, 2026.
The state government conducted the local government elections on February 22, 2025, which were overwhelmingly won by PDP candidates.
Governor Adeleke had sworn in the winners on February 23, 2025, but advised them not to report to council secretariats to avert violence.
Meanwhile, outgoing APC officials, whose terms ended on October 22, 2025, had approached the Federal High Court seeking an extension of their tenure.
On June 15, 2026, the court dismissed their application, ruling that they lacked the legal right to file the suit.