Senator Francis Fadahunsi has honoured a police invitation in Osogbo over controversial remarks allegedly threatening Accord Party members ahead of Saturday's Osun governorship election.
Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, has appeared before the Osun State Police Command in Osogbo following controversial remarks allegedly threatening members of the Accord Party ahead of the state's governorship election.
Fadahunsi arrived at the police headquarters on Wednesday afternoon, August 12, 2026, after being invited by the police to explain comments attributed to him in a viral campaign video. Reports indicate that he arrived at about 2:35 p.m. in the company of Samuel Erale, the Commissioner of Police in charge of election and security in the state.
The invitation followed the circulation of a video from an All Progressives Congress (APC) gathering in Ilesa, where Fadahunsi was allegedly heard making remarks interpreted as a call for violence against members of the opposition Accord Party.
The comments generated widespread reactions because they came just days before the August 15 Osun governorship election, with concerns already high over political tension and possible election-related violence in the state.
Fadahunsi has reportedly disputed the interpretation of his comments, explaining that his reference to "killing" Accord was intended politically and meant defeating the party at the polls through votes rather than physical violence.
His appearance before the police is expected to allow investigators to establish the circumstances surrounding the video and obtain his explanation regarding the remarks.
The Osun State Police Command has repeatedly warned politicians and their supporters against making inflammatory statements capable of heightening tensions before, during and after the election.
Police authorities said the viral video raised serious concerns and stressed that security agencies would not support statements or actions capable of encouraging violence during the electoral process.
Fadahunsi's appearance comes against the backdrop of heightened political tension in Osun State ahead of Saturday's election. The controversy has added to concerns surrounding political violence in the state, following previous allegations and clashes involving supporters of different political parties. The police and other stakeholders have continued to call for restraint to ensure that voters can participate in the election peacefully.
The police investigation is expected to focus on the circumstances surrounding the viral video and whether the remarks attributed to Fadahunsi violated any applicable laws. The senator's appearance also gives investigators an opportunity to hear his explanation directly before determining what further action may be appropriate.
With the governorship election only days away, security agencies have continued to urge political parties, candidates and their supporters to avoid inflammatory rhetoric and allow voters to freely exercise their democratic rights.
The development has further highlighted the importance of peaceful political campaigns and responsible public statements as Osun prepares for Saturday's governorship election.