Whispers in Osun’s Political Corridors: Inside APC’s Growing Suspicion! Is Adedamola’s PDP Guber Ticket a Trojan Horse for Seye Famojuro?

Skyline: Investigative Desk,

Dateline: Osogbo, Osun State

December 4, 2025

In the high-stakes chess game of Nigerian politics, where alliances shift like desert sands and placeholders often mask deeper strategies, a fresh undercurrent of suspicion is rippling through the All Progressives Congress (APC) ranks in Osun State. Sources close to the APC’s inner circle, speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of ongoing party maneuvers, have confided that the recent handover of the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) gubernatorial ticket to Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola (Frayo) following a contentious primary that sidelined incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke, may well be more than meets the eye.

The buzz? That the PDP gubernatorial ticket could ultimately pave the way for Joseph Adeseye Famojuro, a shadowy yet influential figure with deep roots in the Ilare axis of Osun, to emerge as the PDP’s flag bearer for the 2026 governorship race.

The scoop, pieced together from leaked APC strategy memos and off-the-record chats with party operatives, hinges on Famojuro’s growing reputation as a potential candidate for Peoples Democratic Party in the Osun 2026 gubernatorial election. “It’s no secret to us that Seye Famojuro has built a large followership base in the Ilare axis and beyond,” one APC major insider told skylineDesk, alluding to Famojuro’s philanthropic causes and community based efforts that have reportedly touched thousands in Osun’s rural heartlands. From financial supports to thousands of indigent students in higher institutions of leaning to quiet aid for many families, households and local farmers, Famojuro’s interventions are said to have positioned him as a viable contender the people would love to see on ballot in 2016.

Hardline APC powerbrokers have continue to raise growing suspicion secretly within the progressive circle, that Adedamola’s ticket, secured amid whispers of Adeleke’s potential defection or fallout with PDP, might well be a calculated decoy, allowing Famojuro to step in at the eleventh hour without the baggage of a bruising primary.

But who exactly is Seye Famojuro, the man at the center of this swirling speculation? Born in Ilare, Osun State, with familial ties extending to many other parts of the state, Famojuro has carved out a formidable profile over the past quarter-century as a self-made titan in the Nigerian business landscape. Starting from humble beginnings, he built a thriving empire in building engineering, property valuation, and construction services that have generated jobs and economic ripple effects in Nigeria. Unlike many political entrants who ride on inherited family wealth, Famojuro’s 25-year track record speaks to disciplined entrepreneurship: from spearheading major property developments to fostering sustainable construction services, he’s amassed a fortune through sheer grit and strategic acumen. His business prowess has not only made him a beacon of productivity but also a mentor to emerging entrepreneurs.

When stacked against Governor Ademola Adeleke, Famojuro’s credentials shine even brighter, according to multiple sources who’ve tracked both men’s trajectories. On education, Famojuro is portrayed as a well-read strategist with a background in business management and engineering disciplines, honed through years of practical and formal study, far outpacing Adeleke, whose academic journey has been marred by controversies, including a high school diploma obtained as recently as 2018 amid political pressures to counter stigma. Adeleke’s U.S. stint at Jacksonville State University yielded a degree in criminal justice, but critics argue it pales against Famojuro’s lifelong commitment to intellectual and professional growth.

Behaviorally, the contrast is stark. Famojuro is described by associates as a “decent gentleman with strong decorum”, a low-key operator who shuns the spotlight, focusing instead on behind-the-scenes philanthropy and community upliftment. In sharp contrast, Adeleke, all through his tenure has been dogged by accusations of a flamboyant lifestyle, with frequent nightclub jaunts, high-energy dance-offs at public events, and a penchant for partying that has drawn fire from opposition figures.

Career-wise, Famojuro’s independent success story eclipses Adeleke’s narrative of family-fed privilege. Where Famojuro bootstrapped his way to business prominence over decades, Adeleke is often critiqued for lacking a pre-politics career track record, relying instead on the Adeleke dynasty’s wealth, built by his senior brothers, and family enterprises, until his senatorial bid in 2017.

Yet, for all the speculations from the progressive side of the political spectrum, this investigation uncovers a counter-narrative: Famojuro may not be eyeing the Osun governorship at all. Digging deeper through discreet inquiries with his inner circle and cross-referencing public records, it appears the successful businessman is content with his quite private life, prioritizing family, philanthropic causes and his expansive business portfolio over an elective office.

As Osun’s 2026 battle lines form, the Adedamola Frayo’s ticket remains a riddle wrapped in PDP intrigue. Is it a genuine pivot, or a setup for a Famojuro surprise? For now, the APC’s suspicions linger like smoke without fire, but in Nigerian politics, embers can ignite overnight. This desk will continue monitoring developments.