Adelabu Clarifies Misleading Viral Video: Affirms Loyalty to APC

The media office of Chief Adebayo Adelabu, a former Minister of Power, has issued a clarification in response to a viral video that misrepresented his statements regarding the All Progressives Congress (APC). Adelabu's representatives described the circulating footage as an excerpt from an interview conducted in 2022 when he was the governorship candidate for the Accord Party in Oyo State, asserting that the allegations against him are both false and misleading.

In a statement released in October 2026, Adelabu's team urged the public to disregard the claims, which they allege are part of a deliberate attempt to sow discord between him, President Bola Tinubu, and the leadership of the APC. The former minister has consistently expressed his loyalty to the party, despite facing controversies related to the party's nomination process in Oyo State.

Adelabu, who stepped down from his role in the APC-led Federal Government to pursue his governorship ambitions, has faced criticism over the party's nomination process. Allegations have surfaced surrounding the imposition of a preferred aspirant and a lack of transparency in the release of primary election results. Despite these challenges, Adelabu has reiterated his commitment to the APC, emphasizing that he has no plans to leave the party and that his political aspirations are not a matter of life and death.

“His position has been clear; he remains loyal to the APC and is focused on his political goals without any intention of abandoning the party,” a spokesperson stated.

As political dynamics evolve in Nigeria, Adelabu's statement serves as a reminder of the complexities within party politics and the necessity for clear communication in the face of misinformation. His commitment to the APC highlights the intricate balance between individual ambitions and party loyalty within the current political landscape.