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Bow to the Will of Osun People or Face Democratic Resistance” — Adeleke Campaign Fires Warning Ahead of August 15 Poll

Oriontimes Political Desk| April 11, 2026  The Ademola Adeleke Campaign Organisation has issued a stern warning to Gboyega Oyetola and Bola Oyebamiji, urging them to respect the will of the Osun electorate ahead of the August 15 governorship election. The campaign said it had uncovered what it described as “leaked threats” by some top leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), allegedly plotting to incite post-election chaos should Governor Ademola Adeleke secure victory at the polls. According to the organisation, the alleged conversation among APC leaders reflects both internal frustration and an admission that Adeleke is poised to win the election by a margin exceeding 200,000 votes. While acknowledging what it termed the “electoral anxiety” within APC ranks, the campaign condemned any attempt to undermine the democratic process, warning against what it described as a “dangerous descent into political delusion.” The statement further challenged Oyetola and Oyebamiji to acce...
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Tension in Osun: Accord Petitions Police Over Alleged Threats by Wole Oke in Viral Video

The Accord Party in Osun State has formally petitioned the police over what it described as threatening and inflammatory statements allegedly made by Wole Oke, the lawmaker representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, in a viral video circulating online.



In a petition addressed to the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone XI Headquarters in Osogbo, and copied to the Nigeria Police Force leadership in Abuja, the party called for an immediate investigation and possible prosecution over the statements credited to the federal lawmaker.


The petition, filed by ASA Attorneys on behalf of the state chairman of the party, described the alleged remarks as “menacing, inflammatory and capable of inciting violence.”


According to the petitioners, Hon. Oke, who also serves as Director-General of the Osun APC Governorship Campaign was heard in the video warning that individuals who do not politically align with where Bola Ahmed Tinubu belongs should be prepared to “face dire consequences.”


The party argued that such statements, if verified, amount to a direct threat to the lives, safety, and civil liberties of citizens in Osun State, particularly members and supporters of opposition parties. It further noted that the alleged comments could heighten political tension and undermine citizens’ constitutional rights to freedom of association and political participation as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution.


The petitioners also expressed concern that the viral video has already generated fear and anxiety among residents and political stakeholders across the state.


As part of its demands, the party urged the police to carry out a thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into the matter. It specifically called for the invitation and questioning of the lawmaker, as well as the initiation of appropriate legal measures if a prima facie case of intimidation or conduct likely to breach public peace is established.


In addition, the party called for heightened security presence across Osun State to ensure that political actors and citizens can freely exercise their democratic rights without fear of harassment or violence.


The petition, according to the party, is a necessary step to safeguard democratic values and prevent political intimidation in the state.


Copies of the petition were also sent to the leadership of the National Assembly, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Inspector-General of Police.


As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official response from Hon. Oke regarding the allegations contained in the viral video.










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