Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamaji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate for the 2026 off-cycle election in Osun State, has accused opposition elements of impersonating the party by branding vehicles with APC campaign colours to carry out criminal activities and damage his image.
Oyebamiji made the allegation on Friday while addressing journalists after observing the Jumat prayer with Muslim faithful at the Mallam Tope Central Mosque, Osogbo.
APC governorship hopeful says reports that vehicles branded with his campaign materials were being used for criminal activities were 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 nothing to do with criminality, stressing 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 stray from that path. He said: “Our campaign is anchored on peace, decency and issue-based engagement and we will continue to pursue our democratic aspirations without intimidation or unlawful acts.
“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,” Oyebamiji said on the alleged impersonation.
“I call on 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 rooted in peace, decency and issue-based engagement and we will not be diverted by efforts to tarnish our reputation.”
He appealed to the people of the state to ignore any move to link his campaign with criminal activities, saying his desire is to give purposeful leadership and responsible governance for Osun.
Meanwhile, during the Jumat service, Oyebamiji thanked 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 all,” he added.
