Political tension has continued to rise in Osun State ahead of the August 15 governorship election, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the campaign council of Governor Ademola Adeleke exchanging allegations.
The latest development has heightened concerns among political stakeholders as the two camps trade accusations over issues surrounding the forthcoming poll.
The APC and the Adeleke campaign organisation have continued to defend their positions while accusing the opposing side of actions capable of undermining a peaceful electoral process.
The exchanges come barely days before voters in the state are expected to elect their governor, with political parties intensifying their campaigns and mobilisation efforts across the state.
The rival camps have also called on their supporters to remain committed to their respective political platforms, while the escalating rhetoric has generated concerns over the possibility of increased tension as election day approaches.
Political stakeholders have urged the parties and their supporters to avoid inflammatory statements and conduct their campaigns peacefully.
They also called on security agencies and other relevant authorities to ensure that all participants are allowed to campaign freely and that the election is conducted in a peaceful, transparent and credible manner.
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