Funso Ayeni, the African Democratic Congress Senatorial Candidate for Ekiti North, has strongly condemned the attack and vandalisation of his campaign office. The incident occurred at Ido Ekiti, the headquarters of the senatorial district. Ayeni made his remarks during an assessment visit to the damaged office on Saturday. He expressed concern over the rising trend of political violence and intimidation in the state. The campaign office was recently inaugurated on Thursday last week.
Ayeni urged that the 2027 elections should focus on ideas and accountability rather than destruction. He emphasized that political disagreement must not lead to violence or intimidation. According to Ayeni, Ekiti State is known for its high level of political consciousness and education, making it unacceptable for such a culture of violence to take hold. He called on law enforcement agencies to investigate the matter and establish the facts surrounding the damage to his office.
The senatorial candidate stressed that political competition should be about ideas, programs, and records, rather than destruction of property or offices. He vowed to continue advocating for a peaceful and issue-based political environment in Ekiti North and across Ekiti State. Ayeni's campaign office was vandalised, but no casualties were reported. The motive behind the attack is yet to be determined.
Ayeni appealed to his supporters across the senatorial district to remain calm and not take the law into their hands despite the provocation. He visited the damaged office to draw attention to the incident and to emphasize its implications for the state. The candidate expressed hope that the 2027 elections would be remembered for positive reasons.
Ayeni urged politicians in the state to learn from the recently conducted governorship election in Osun State. He noted that the Osun election was marred by destruction of campaign materials and political property, leading to a broader atmosphere of political tension and violence. Ayeni expressed concern that Ekiti State might experience a similar situation if urgent measures are not taken.
The African Democratic Congress Senatorial Candidate emphasized the need for a peaceful and responsible political environment in Ekiti State. He encouraged politicians and supporters to engage in issue-based campaigns rather than resorting to violence and intimidation. Ayeni's call for a peaceful electioneering process has been endorsed by various stakeholders in the state.
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from various quarters, with many calling for a thorough investigation into the matter. The police have been urged to take swift action to bring perpetrators to justice. The 2027 elections are expected to be a major test of the state's commitment to peaceful and credible polls.
Key points
- Funso Ayeni condemns campaign office attack, seeks police investigation.
- Ayeni urges focus on ideas, accountability in 2027 elections.
- Politicians urged to learn from Osun State governorship election experience.
