Osun Election Tension
Osun Election Tension: Viral Video Puts APC Senator Francis Fadahunsi Under Police Investigation Over Alleged Threat Against Accord Members Tensions have risen in Osun State as political parties intensify their campaigns ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, following controversy surrounding a viral video involving Senator Francis Fadahunsi of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The senator, who represents Osun East Senatorial District, has come under intense public scrutiny after a video circulated widely on social media in which he was allegedly heard making remarks interpreted as a call for supporters to confront or “kill” members of the rival Accord Party. The development has generated strong reactions from political stakeholders, supporters of different parties and members of the public, with concerns being raised about the possible impact of inflammatory political statements on the peace and security of Osun State ahead of Saturday's election. However, Senator ...