Outrage in Osun: APC Senator Caught on Video Over Inciting Remarks Against Accord Members
Just days before Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State, a major controversy has erupted around Senator Francis Fadahunsi, the APC lawmaker representing Osun East. A viral video showing the senator addressing loyalists has sparked intense outrage and raised urgent security alarms across the state.
The Controversial Remarks
In the video footage, which gained widespread attention after being shared on social media by music star Davido, Senator Fadahunsi is seen addressing a gathering of party supporters in Ilesa. During his speech, he issued a direct and alarming command against political rivals:
“We must not see any Accord Party member in Ijesa land. When you see them, kill them.”
Osun APC Senator Caught on Video Over Alleged “Kill” Remark About Accord Members
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A viral video has placed Senator Francis Fadahunsi, APC lawmaker for Osun East, at the center of controversy just days before Saturday's election. In footage shared by Davido, Fadahunsi tells… pic.twitter.com/zcq3LWtUIj
The footage quickly made the rounds across digital platforms, drawing immediate condemnation from civil society groups and concerned citizens who viewed the remarks as direct voter intimidation and incitement to violence.
Adeleke’s Campaign Demands Immediate Arrest
The campaign organisation of Governor Ademola Adeleke swiftly condemned the remarks, calling on law enforcement agencies to arrest and prosecute the lawmaker without delay.
Beyond what was captured in the public video, the Adeleke campaign further alleged that Fadahunsi went even further in private discussions, allegedly instructing supporters to track down and target the families of Accord Party leaders whenever the leaders themselves could not be found.
The Walkback: “Killing with Votes”
As the public backlash intensified, Senator Fadahunsi’s media office attempted damage control. In a clarification statement, his team claimed that the senator was speaking figuratively and meant “killing Accord with votes” at the ballot box rather than inciting physical harm.
However, multiple observers and media analysts have pointed out that the clarification does not match the tone, context, or explicit language heard in the video footage.
A Dangerous Escalation in Osun Politics
The timing of these remarks makes them particularly alarming. Osun State is already on edge, having recorded up to 18 political killings during this election cycle alone.
With tensions running high among rival party camps, dangerous rhetoric like this threatens to undermine the peace and credibility of Saturday’s poll, underscoring the urgent need for security agencies and political leaders to enforce zero tolerance for electoral violence.