Osun APC, Accord Party Clash Over Attacks on Oyebamiji, Oyetola By Enock Damidami | Sele Media Africa
Political tensions have deepened in Osun State as the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party traded accusations over violent incidents and alleged interference in the run‑up to the 2026 governorship election. [1][13]The APC leadership in Osun has publicly reiterated its unity behind its governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, with former governor and party leader Adegboyega Oyetola affirming that the party is cohesive and focused on reclaiming the state for effective governance. Officials insist there is no internal division undermining the APC’s campaign efforts. [2][11]However, the Accord Party has accused APC elements of undermining internal democracy and destabilising opposition politics. The Osun State chapter of Accord claimed that a faction within the APC has been shopping for favourable court orders and engaging in legal manoeuvres to hinder other parties’ activities, a charge the APC has rejected. [1][13]The disputes come amid contested primaries and allegations from some opposition figures that APC supporters used heavy‑handed tactics during political engagements, with reported clashes in several local government areas. Accord Party leaders argue such tactics threaten the credibility of the electoral process and amount to a direct assault on democratic competition in the state. [1][13]As the August 8, 2026 governorship election approaches, both parties remain embroiled in political rhetoric, with the APC assuring supporters of a united front and Accord warning against any manipulation of legal and electoral mechanisms.
Citations:1. Daily Post/Politics: Osun: APC, Accord trade words over governorship election — dailypost.ng [1] 2. BusinessDay: Osun 2026: APC strongly united behind Oyebamiji – Oyetola — businessday.ng [2] 3. Nigerian Tribune: Osun: Accord Party accuses APC of shopping for Court orders to destabilise party — tribuneonlineng.com[3] 4
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