Osun 2026: Oyebamiji condemns political violence, sympathises with victims
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has expressed concern over the recent wave of political violence in the state, sympathising with citizens who have suffered injuries, losses and trauma as a result of the incidents.
In a statement shared on his Facebook page on Wednesday, Oyebamiji said his thoughts and prayers were with the victims, their families and loved ones. He prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured and comfort for all those affected by the violence.
Oyebamiji alleged that supporters of the party were attacked in Owode-Ede, while buses belonging to his campaign organisation were vandalised and damaged. He also claimed that APC members participating in a Walk-to-Live rally in Ifeland were attacked, with several participants reportedly sustaining injuries.
According to him, party supporters in Osogbo were also assaulted, while there were reports that some individuals were shot during the attacks.
Condemning political violence, Oyebamiji said those who seek power through intimidation, fear and lawlessness have no place in a democratic society.
“Democracy is a contest of ideas, vision and service to the people. There is no political office, including the office of governor, that is worth the blood of any human being. No ambition is greater than the value of human life, and no electoral victory can justify violence against fellow citizens,” he said.
The APC candidate assured residents that if entrusted with the responsibility of leading the state, their safety and security would be a top priority and that his administration would maintain zero tolerance for criminality and uphold the rule of law.
Oyebamiji urged residents to remain peaceful, law-abiding and committed to democracy, expressing optimism that a progressive government would emerge and place the welfare, security, prosperity and peace of Osun people above every other consideration.
