APC Has Nothing To Do With Allegations Of Violence In Osun – Oyintiloye Fires Back At Critics

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has said that the party does not need to resort to violence to win the August 15 governorship election.

Naija News reports that Oyintiloye stated this while addressing newsmen in Osogbo on Sunday.

He was reacting to claims linking the party and its candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, to rising political violence in the state.

He insisted that the accusation was the handiwork of desperate politicians.

According to him, the APC is founded on the timeless Omoluabi ethos, which upholds integrity, discipline, humility, honesty, respect, compassion, justice, accountability and selfless service.

The APC chieftain condemned the killing of innocent residents for political purposes, describing those responsible as people with “dead conscience.”

He further said, “The APC is a party of peace and has nothing to do with the allegations of violence against it.

“We condemn every form of violence, lawlessness and bloodshed, irrespective of the status of those involved. No political ambition or partisan interest is worth the loss of a human life. We urge those perpetrating these acts to desist.”

Oyintiloye added that, as a progressive party, “the APC remains committed to peaceful coexistence, inclusiveness, tolerance, mutual respect, constructive engagement and people-centred leadership that prioritises the welfare, security and prosperity of citizens.”

He maintained that the progressive family has never embraced violence or intimidation as a means of political engagement.

Oyintiloye emphasised that the party believes in the democratic process, the rule of law and the sovereign right of the people to freely choose their leaders through peaceful and credible elections.

He warned that “anyone who seeks to cause mayhem, sponsor violence or use the APC’s name to justify criminal acts is acting in personal interest and should not be identified with the party.”

He said such conduct is “inconsistent with the APC’s long-established culture of moderation, civility and responsible political participation.”

Oyintiloye subsequently called on party members, political actors, security agencies and the general public to remain calm, law-abiding and vigilant, while allowing relevant authorities to investigate all incidents and bring perpetrators to justice.