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APC Assembly Candidate, Supporters Arrested With Rifle Ahead of Osun Election
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly candidate for Atakumosa East/West State Constituency of Osun State, Hon. Babatunde Komolafe Festus, has reportedly been arrested by Nigerian Navy personnel over alleged possession of a firearm.
Komolafe was reportedly apprehended on Thursday in Ifewara, his hometown, while travelling in an APC campaign vehicle alongside other party supporters.
Sources said the arrest followed a routine search by Navy personnel, during which a rifle was allegedly found inside the vehicle.
“He was arrested today after a routine search by Navy officials exposed him and other supporters with a gun. They were in the campaign vehicle of APC candidate Bola Oyebamiji when they were caught,” a source said.
A video obtained in connection with the incident showed Navy personnel parading the individuals who were reportedly apprehended.
The development comes about 48 hours before the Osun State governorship election scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026, amid heightened political tension and concerns over possible violence and intimidation during the poll.
The reported arrest also comes days after controversial remarks attributed to an APC chieftain in Osun State, Mutali Adisa, the Seriki of Ikire.
Adisa had reportedly warned residents of Ikire who were unwilling to vote for APC governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, not to attempt to cross a “gutter” in the town on election day.
Speaking to APC supporters in Ikire, Oyebamiji’s hometown, Adisa expressed confidence that the party’s candidate would win the election, saying Oyebamiji had already secured victory and only needed a strong percentage of votes from the community.
“We are sure of victory given all the works we have done in the campaign. Ambo (referring to the APC candidate) is sure of victory, what he needs is percentage in Ikire, he has won already,” he said.
He subsequently issued what appeared to be a warning to residents who might not support the APC candidate.
“We should however tell those who are not willing to vote for Ambo the truth, they should not even try to cross the gutter on election day in Ikire,” Adisa said in a video.
The remarks have generated concerns among political stakeholders and civil society groups, particularly with the governorship election just days away.
The reported arrest of Komolafe and other APC supporters over alleged possession of a firearm has further heightened concerns about security and the activities of political actors ahead of the election.
Meanwhile, human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju reportedly disclosed on Wednesday that he and his colleagues had petitioned the governments of the United States, United Kingdom and Canada to consider visa restrictions against Senator Francis Fadahunsi over alleged involvement in activities linked to violence against members of the Accord Party ahead of the election.
The allegations against Fadahunsi remain subject to due process and should not be treated as established fact.
The latest development is expected to increase scrutiny of political activities, campaign conduct and security arrangements ahead of Saturday’s Osun governorship election.
Women from Taraba Central have thrown their weight behind Senator Haruna Manu, Governor Agbu Kefas, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The endorsement was made at a gathering in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State, led by the women’s leader, Hon. Rose Somaliya.
Speaking at the event, Somaliya said the APC administration had made significant progress in addressing development challenges across the country, arguing that the party’s leaders deserved continued support ahead of the 2027 polls.
She said the women were backing the APC candidates because of what she described as visible development initiatives and the need for continuity in governance.
Representing Senator Haruna Manu, the Commissioner for Science and Technology, Hon. Muslim Aruwa, thanked the women for their support and confidence in the APC leadership.
Aruwa highlighted what he described as Senator Manu’s developmental contributions to Taraba Central, as well as Governor Kefas’ efforts across the state.
He urged the women to sustain their support and mobilisation as the party prepares for the 2027 elections.
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2027: “You Cannot Stop Us From Entering Your States” — Kwankwaso Warns Governors, Says Nigeria Is Bigger Than Any Election
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, 2027 vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has warned governors against attempting to prevent him and other opposition leaders from entering their states to campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Kwankwaso said governors who believe they can stop opposition candidates from visiting their states are making a serious mistake, stressing that political leaders should not use their positions to restrict legitimate political activities.
The NDC vice-presidential candidate said Nigeria must remain bigger than any election or administration, suggesting that political contests should not be allowed to undermine the country’s unity or democratic process.
His comments come as the NDC intensifies its political activities and outreach ahead of the 2027 elections, with the party seeking support across different parts of the country.
Kwankwaso, who is running alongside Peter Obi on the NDC ticket, has in recent weeks been involved in political consultations and engagements across northern states as the opposition party builds its campaign structure.
The former Kano State governor said attempts by state governors to restrict opposition movements would not stop the party from engaging Nigerians and presenting its political message across the country.
He stressed that every political party and candidate should be given the opportunity to meet voters, explain their programmes and seek support without unnecessary restrictions or intimidation.
Kwankwaso’s warning adds to growing political tension ahead of the 2027 elections, with opposition parties increasingly challenging the influence of incumbent governors and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) across the states.
Former Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Sagir Saleh, has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Saleh, who served as deputy governor during the administration of former Governor Isa Yuguda, formally resigned his membership of the APC in a letter.
His resignation comes as efforts to settle disagreements among party members following the 2027 primary elections continue.
His departure is coming alongside those of other prominent APC members, including former two-time governorship aspirant Bala Jibrin and Sunusi Kunde, an associate of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate.
The affected members have raised concerns about the conduct of the party’s internal affairs, with some accusing the leadership of unfair treatment and alleged imposition of candidates during the primary process.
Saleh submitted his resignation to the APC chairman of Katagum Local Government Area through the chairman of Matsango Ward in Azare.
He gave personal reasons for his decision but did not disclose further details.
Jibrin, who previously served as National Auditor of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change and later sought the APC governorship ticket in Bauchi, also resigned from the party in a letter dated August 31, 2026.
His exit followed his opposition to the emergence of former Bauchi Governor Muhammad Abubakar as the APC candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
Jibrin had criticised the primary process and questioned the way the candidate emerged.
Kunde also left the APC in August, submitting his resignation to the party chairman of Beti Ward in Misau Local Government Area.
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