The Accord Party has denied any involvement in the opposition summit held in Ibadan, Oyo State, where major political figures reportedly agreed to field a single presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 elections.
The party, led by Professor Chris Imumolen, said its name, logo, and identity were used without authorisation and described the development as political impersonation rather than an administrative oversight.
The clarification was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the party’s National Secretary, Muktar Abdallah.
At the Ibadan summit, leaders from opposition parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and other political stakeholders, reportedly agreed to present a joint presidential candidate to challenge President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.
However, the Accord Party distanced itself from the arrangement, insisting it was neither consulted nor part of any coalition discussions.
“This is not an oversight; it is a misrepresentation. The Accord Party will not be dragged into alliances it neither negotiated nor approved,” the statement read.
The party further questioned the credibility of the coalition process, arguing that its identity should not be used to confer legitimacy on agreements it did not participate in.
Reaffirming its independence, the party said it remains focused on the 2027 elections and intends to present its own presidential candidate under its platform.
Professor Imumolen also issued a 48-hour ultimatum to organisers of the Ibadan summit to explain how the party’s identity was used, warning that failure to do so would lead to legal action.
“You cannot borrow legitimacy by force. Those responsible must either explain themselves or prepare to defend their actions in court,” the statement added.
The Accord Party stressed that it will protect its structure and political identity and will not tolerate any attempt to include it in arrangements it did not approve.
What you should know
The Accord Party has strongly disowned the opposition coalition formed at the Ibadan summit, insisting it was not part of the agreement to field a joint presidential candidate against the APC in 2027.
The party says its name and symbol were used without consent and has threatened legal action if organisers fail to explain their actions.
While major opposition parties are exploring a united front, Accord Party maintains it will contest independently.
