The Senator Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation (SSACO) has accused supporters of the All Progressives Movement (APM) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi, of allegedly attacking members of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
It therefore called on the APM governorship candidate to caution his supporters against political violence.
The organisation made the allegation following an incident involving two APC members, Abiola Abulesowo and Abanise Olanrewaju, at the Ibadan North Local Government Secretariat on Wednesday.
According to the campaign organisation, the two men had accompanied a newly registered voter to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office at the secretariat when they allegedly encountered some individuals who challenged them over their political affiliation.
Recounting their experience in a statement by SSACO’s Director of Media and Publicity, Bisi Oladele, Abulesowo alleged that the encounter escalated into a physical confrontation after the individuals questioned their presence at the secretariat as APC members.
He claimed they attempted to explain that their visit was not politically motivated but were allegedly assaulted, prompting them to flee the premises.
Abulesowo further alleged that they were pursued and subsequently attacked by another group of individuals around a Bus Stop Gate area, where their clothes were allegedly torn.
The two APC members said the incident occurred at about 1pm.
Reacting to the allegation, SSACO condemned the reported assault and called on Adekanmbi and Governor Seyi Makinde to urge their supporters to avoid actions capable of escalating political tension in the state.
The organisation described the incident as unacceptable, stressing that political differences should not prevent citizens from accessing public facilities or carrying out legitimate civic activities.
It also urged political actors across party lines to prioritise peaceful engagement and issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“We condemn any form of violence against APC members and other citizens, irrespective of their political affiliations. Political disagreements should never become an excuse for intimidation or physical attacks,” the statement said.
SSACO further called on the Oyo State Commissioner of Police to investigate the allegations, identify those responsible and ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice.
It maintained that public institutions and government facilities should remain accessible to all residents, regardless of their political affiliations.
The campaign organisation also urged the state government and political parties to promote an atmosphere of tolerance and peaceful political participation as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.