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Osun 2026: Tension deepens as APC, Adeleke campaign councils trade words

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3 months ago

August 5, 2026

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The political atmosphere ahead of the August 15 governorship election in Osun State intensified on Tuesday as The Imole Campaign Council, TICC, and the All Progressives Congress, APC, exchanged accusations over Governor Ademola Adeleke’s comments on political violence and security in the state.

The latest disagreement followed remarks made by Governor Adeleke during the Accord governorship campaign rally in Olorunda Local Government, where he appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene in what he described as rising political tension ahead of the election.

Responding to the governor’s comments, the Accord Campaign Council maintained that Adeleke neither attacked nor insulted the President, insisting that his appeal was intended to draw attention to alleged insecurity and political intimidation in the state.

In a statement signed by the Director-General of the Imole Campaign Council, Senator Lere Oyewumi, the council said the governor merely called on President Tinubu, as the nation’s leader, to ensure a peaceful and credible governorship election.

According to Oyewumi, “Governor Adeleke only called the attention of President Tinubu to the ongoing repression and intimidation of Osun residents and urged the President to call the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, to order to stop a recurrence of political violence witnessed in the past.”

The Accord campaign organisation further alleged that several of its members had been killed or injured in politically-related attacks in recent months.

It claimed that seven party members had lost their lives, more than 20 sustained gunshot injuries and over 60 supporters remained in police detention.

The council also alleged that some of its members had been subjected to repeated attacks, while urging security agencies to ensure fairness in enforcing the law throughout the election period.

However, the Osun APC Governorship Campaign Council rejected the governor’s claims, describing his allegations against President Tinubu as false and without evidence.

In a statement signed by its Director-General, Wole Oke, the party accused Adeleke of attempting to politicise security concerns ahead of the election.

The APC stated that the governor’s claim that the Federal Government was withholding allocations meant for Osun’s 30 local government councils was inaccurate, maintaining that the recognised local government administration had continued to receive statutory allocations.

The campaign council accused the governor of attempting to portray President Tinubu as hostile to Osun people, insisting that the President remained committed to constitutional governance and democratic principles.

The APC also alleged that more than 30 of its members and supporters had been killed since 2022, claiming that many of the attacks were carried out by individuals it described as political thugs aligned with the ruling Accord administration.

“Rather than distracting the public from discussing his administration, Governor Adeleke should prepare to accept the verdict of the electorate with maturity and dignity,” the statement said.

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Plateau Ndigbo Crown Chief Johnson Nwosu as New Igwe

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47 minutes ago

November 3, 2026

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Described as the youngest Igwe Plateau State has ever had, his coronation is being celebrated as a new beginning for the Igbo community in the state.

The new traditional leader has pledged to unite the Igbo community, promote peaceful coexistence with their host communities and contribute to the development of Plateau State.

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Earlier after the election in his acceptance speech, Nwosu thanked members of the Igbo community for their overwhelming support and pledged to unite the various factions while promoting peace, harmony and cooperation.

He called on members to put their differences aside, stressing that no society could achieve meaningful development in an atmosphere of division and rancour.

Nwosu also reaffirmed the community’s commitment to contributing to Plateau State’s economic and commercial development, while expressing readiness to partner with Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration.

Similarly, the President-General of the Igbo Community Association in Plateau State, Chief Chidi Onah, congratulated Nwosu, describing his election as a demonstration of unity among Igbo-speaking people.

Onah called on members to rally behind the new traditional leader, noting that the community must speak with one voice and work together to advance its collective interests.

The ceremony attracted representatives of the six Igbo-speaking states, as well as representatives of the Council of Chiefs representing Igbo communities across Plateau State.

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Other special guest present were the Chief of Bayelsa and Senior Special Adviser to the Plateau State Governor on South-South Affairs, Hon. High Chief Seigha Smooth Ebide, and Hon. Ikenna Mbanefo, former Special Adviser on Igbo Affairs to the immediate past Governor of Plateau State.

A NEW BEGINNING FOR NDIGBO IN PLATEAU STATE!

Congratulations to the new Oche Ndi Igbo IV!

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2027: NDC campaign DG, others have abandoned their duty, focusing on disputes – OK Movement

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1 hour ago

November 3, 2026

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The Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) Movement in the United Kingdom has criticised the Coordinator of the Obidient Movement and the Director-General of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Campaign Council over alleged preoccupation with political disputes rather than their assigned responsibilities.

The UK Coordinator of the OK Movement, Adebayor Brown, made the criticism in a statement on Tuesday, urging political appointees to focus on organising, mobilising supporters and strengthening political structures ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Brown expressed concern that the attention of the political actors appeared to have shifted from their responsibilities to what he described as unnecessary personal and political disagreements.

He said the approaching 2027 elections required serious leadership, strategic planning and grassroots mobilisation, adding that those entrusted with important positions must demonstrate commitment to their assignments.

Brown particularly faulted repeated claims by the Obidient Movement coordinator that former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, had distanced themselves from the OK Movement.

He questioned the relevance of repeatedly making such claims, asking how they would contribute to the success of the party or advance the democratic aspirations of Nigerians.

He urged the Obidient Movement coordinator and other political actors to focus on rebuilding, revitalising and restructuring the organisation, noting that the responsibility required leadership, organisational competence and measurable results.

Brown also insisted that any position concerning Obi and Kwankwaso should be established through clear and verifiable communication rather than individual assertions.

He called for an end to what he described as divisive rhetoric, stressing that the OK Movement, Obidient Movement and NDC should not be regarded as enemies.

According to him, the groups face a common democratic challenge ahead of the 2027 elections and should prioritise mobilising Nigerians, strengthening political structures and working towards credible elections.

"The OK Movement and the Obidient Movement are not enemies. Neither is the OK Movement in conflict with the NDC," he said.

Brown added that the OK Movement would not be distracted or intimidated by criticisms, insisting that its commitment remained focused on justice, equity, fairness, credible elections and a better Nigeria.

"The time for division is over. The time to work is now," he declared.

2027: NDC campaign DG, others have abandoned their duty, focusing on disputes – OK Movement