2026 Osun Poll: Oyebamiji Promises Clean Campaign Amid Allegations

Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2026 off-cycle election in Osun State, has accused opposition elements of impersonating the party by branding vehicles in APC campaign colours to perpetrate criminal acts and tarnish his image.

The allegation was made by Oyebamiji on Friday when he addressed journalists after observing the Jumat prayer with Muslim faithful at the Mallam Tope Central Mosque in Osogbo.

The governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Mr. Oby Ezeoke-Omoku, has dismissed reports that vehicles branded with his campaign materials were being used for criminal activities as the handiwork of desperate political opponents bent on discrediting him and undermining his growing support across the state.
He stated that he and his campaign organization have no link to criminality, emphasizing that he has always conducted his personal, professional and political affairs with integrity and respect for the rule of law.

“I have always lived as a law-abiding citizen and I will never deviate from that path. “Our campaign is based on peace, decency and issue-based engagement, and we will continue to pursue our democratic aspirations without intimidation or unlawful acts,” he said.

On the alleged impersonation, Oyebamiji said: “I also used the opportunity to address the disturbing reports of mischief by desperate elements who are branding vehicles with my campaign materials to perpetrate criminal acts and tarnish my name.
“I call on security agencies and the good people of Osun to be vigilant and not to be swayed by the antics of those whose only strategy is deception and fear. Our campaign is based on peace, decency and issue-based engagement and we will not be distracted by attempts to besmirch our reputation.”

He urged the residents of the state to disregard any attempt to associate his campaign to criminal activities, saying his ambition is to provide purposeful leadership and responsible governance for Osun.

Earlier, during the Jumat service, Oyebamiji appreciated Almighty Allah for His mercy and sought divine guidance for Osun State. He also thanked the Muslim congregation for their warm welcome and prayers in support of his aspiration.

He called on the people to pray for the candidate and rally round him, assuring that purposeful leadership, unity and good governance that would touch the lives of everyone in the state would be restored.

“With the support and prayers of our people, and by the grace of God, we will build an Osun where peace, security, prosperity and justice reign for everyone,” he added.