By John Dike, Osogbo
Accord Party in Osun State has petitioned the police over alleged threatening and inflammatory remarks made in a viral video by Wole Oke, a member of the House of Representatives representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency.
In the petition addressed to the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone XI Headquarters in Osogbo, and copied to the Inspector-General of Police, the party called for an immediate investigation and possible prosecution over the statements attributed to the lawmaker.
The petition, written by ASA Attorneys on behalf of the state chairman of the Accord Party, described the remarks as “menacing, inflammatory and capable of inciting violence.”
Hon. Oke, who also serves as the Director-General of the Osun APC Governorship Campaign, was alleged to have warned in the video that individuals who do not politically align with where Bola Ahmed Tinubu belongs should be ready to “face dire consequences.”
According to the petitioners, the statement amounts to a direct threat to the lives, safety, and civil liberties of citizens in Osun State, particularly members and supporters of opposition political parties.
The party argued that such comments could heighten political tension and undermine citizens’ democratic rights to freely associate and participate in political activities as guaranteed under the 1999 Constitution.
It further noted that the alleged remarks have already generated fear and anxiety among party members, supporters, and residents across the state.
The petition urged the police to carry out a thorough and transparent investigation into the viral video and invite the lawmaker for questioning.
It also called for appropriate criminal proceedings if a prima facie case of intimidation or conduct likely to cause a breach of peace is established.
Additionally, the Accord Party requested increased security presence across Osun State to ensure that political actors and citizens can exercise their constitutional rights without fear of harassment or violence.
The petition, signed by Pastor Victor Akande, Accord Chairman, Osun State Chapter, emphasized the need to safeguard democratic values and prevent political intimidation in the state ahead of the governorship election.
Copies of the petition were also sent to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Inspector-General of Police in Abuja.
