The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2026 off-cycle election in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamaji, has alleged that opposition elements are impersonating the party by branding vehicles with APC campaign colours to carry out criminal activities and damage his image.
The allegation was made by Oyebamiji on Friday while addressing 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 said he and his campaign organization had no link to criminality, emphasizing that he always conducts his personal, professional and political affairs with integrity and respect for the rule of law.
“I have always been a law-abiding citizen and I will never deviate from that path. He said: “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.
On the alleged impersonation, Oyebamiji said, “I also took the opportunity to address the disturbing reports of mischievous activities by desperate elements who are branding vehicles with my campaign materials to perpetrate criminal acts and tarnish my name.
“I urge the security agencies and the good people of Osun to be vigilant and not to be deceived 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 people of the state to ignore any attempt to link his campaign to criminal activities, saying his ambition is to give purposeful leadership and responsible governance for Osun.
Earlier, during the Jumat service, Oyebamiji appreciated Almighty Allah for His mercy and sought divine direction for Osun State. He also thanked the Muslim congregation for their warm welcome and prayers supporting his aspiration.
He urged the people to keep the candidate in their prayers and support him, promising to restore purposeful leadership, promote unity and good governance that would impact on the lives of all in the state.
“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 will reign for everyone,” he added.
