With the Osun State governorship election approaching on August 15, 2026, the Imole Campaign Council (TICC)—the official campaign organization for Governor Ademola Adeleke—has raised alarms over escalating political violence in the state, accusing the All Progressives Congress (APC) of attempting to intimidate and terrorize voters.
The accusations were made in a formal statement released on Wednesday by the campaign council’s spokesperson, Pelumi Olajengbe, Esq.
Key Highlights from the Campaign Statement
Allegations of Voter Intimidation: The campaign claimed that as public support for Governor Adeleke grows, the APC has resorted to strong-arm tactics and violence across various communities to disrupt the electoral process.
Defection Trends: Olajengbe emphasized that large numbers of former APC members are defecting to the Accord party to align with Adeleke’s re-election bid, describing the movement as a clear sign of public backing.
Democratic Choice: The campaign reiterated that elections should be decided by free choice rather than coercion, urging opposition forces to respect the will of the electorate rather than attempting to force their way into power.
