Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has restructured The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) to include notable leaders who have defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC). This move is part of the preparations for the upcoming 2026 elections in Osun.

The Ogun West Progressive Unity Forum (OWPUF) has endorsed Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola's governorship bid for 2027, countering claims of division within the senatorial district regarding his aspirations. The group asserted that the district remains united in its political goals, despite reports of opposition to Adeola's candidacy.

The Kaduna State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated its confidence in winning all elective positions in the 2027 general elections. This optimism is attributed to the perceived strong performance of Governor Uba Sani and the ongoing development projects throughout the state, as reported by LEADERSHIP.

Ogba Oghenevewogaga, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is fearful of the opposition. He asserted that under the leadership of National Chairman David Mark and presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, the ADC will grow stronger, predicting that APC's concerns will materialize in 2027.

The Oyo State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Adegboyega Taofeek Adegoke, has received defectors from the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ogo Oluwa, according to ThisDay Live. The event took place in Ibadan and was reported by journalist Kemi Olaitan. The defection represents a boost for the ADC ahead of the governorship contest in Oyo State, though further details about the number of defectors or their reasons were not disclosed.

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has denied claims that he sponsored opposition candidates or engaged in anti-party activities ahead of the 2027 elections, according to Vanguard. He insisted he had not asked any candidate to contest under another party. The denial follows the reported substitution of his preferred National Assembly candidates by the APC's national leadership, a dispute the report links to party loyalty and candidate selection.