APC governorship candidate Bola Oyebamiji says Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke is portraying himself as a victim of political violence to gain public sympathy ahead of the election.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of portraying himself as a victim of political violence ahead of the August 15 governorship election.
Oyebamiji argued that the governor’s recent public statements about political violence were designed to attract sympathy as the election draws closer.
The APC candidate’s comments come amid heightened political tensions in Osun State, where the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and APC are engaged in a closely watched electoral contest.
The campaign has increasingly featured accusations and counter-accusations over political violence, intimidation and the conduct of supporters.
Oyebamiji has positioned himself as the APC’s challenger to Adeleke, who is seeking another term in office.
The allegations, however, form part of the wider political contest and should be distinguished from independently established facts concerning responsibility for specific incidents.
With voting approaching, concerns over security and political violence remain central to the election debate.