Senator Sharafadeen Alli, the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate in Oyo State, has raised concerns over alleged attacks on his family and party members. According to a statement by his campaign organisation, Alli's wife, Mrs. Tawakalitu Alli, was attacked during a programme at Ibikunle Palace in Ibadan on Wednesday. The statement, signed by Bisi Oladele, director of Alli's campaign organisation, was made available to DAILY POST on Thursday.
The attacks did not only target Alli's family but also other party members. The APC's Oyo South senatorial candidate, Remi Oseni, and its House of Representatives candidate for the Ibadan North-West/Ibadan South-West Federal Constituency, Hon. Folake Olunloyo-Oshinlowo, were allegedly attacked by hoodlums at separate locations in Ibadan on the same day. Alli described the attacks as unwarranted and barbaric.
As the chief security officer of Oyo State, Governor Makinde is responsible for protecting all residents, irrespective of their political leanings. Alli's campaign organisation called on security agencies to investigate the incidents and bring the perpetrators to justice. The organisation also urged the government to take measures to prevent future attacks and ensure the safety of all residents.
The attacks have raised concerns about the security situation in Oyo State, particularly in the run-up to the elections. The APC and other political parties have been engaging in campaigns and rallies across the state, and the incidents have sparked fears of further violence. The police and other security agencies have been urged to be vigilant and take proactive measures to prevent breakdown of law and order.
Governor Makinde's administration has been criticised for its handling of security issues in the state. The opposition parties have accused the government of not doing enough to address the security challenges facing the state. The alleged attacks on Alli's family and party members have added to the concerns about the government's ability to maintain law and order.
The APC has called on its supporters to remain calm and law-abiding, despite the alleged attacks. The party has also urged its members to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the security agencies. Alli's campaign organisation has assured supporters that the party will continue to campaign and engage with voters across the state.
The incidents have sparked condemnation from various quarters, with many calling for an end to violence in politics. The government has been urged to take concrete steps to address the security challenges facing the state and ensure that perpetrators of violence are brought to justice.
Key points
- Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, alleges attacks on his wife and party members.
- Governor Makinde's administration faces criticism over its handling of security issues in the state.
- The incidents have sparked concerns about the security situation in Oyo State, particularly in the run-up to the elections.
