Political tensions in Osun State have increased following the killing of a member of the Accord Party and the death of an APC campaigner in a truck crash. These incidents occur in the lead-up to the gubernatorial elections scheduled for August 15.

Political tensions in Osun State escalated as the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Imole Campaign Council accused each other following incidents that resulted in fatalities and injuries ahead of the governorship election. The conflict intensified after the death of Accord Party member Ajayi Aderogba, also known as Rogba, among other incidents.

The death of a 14-year-old boy in Ilobu, Osun State, has led to a dispute between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Imole Campaign Council, with both parties accusing each other of exploiting the tragedy for political gain ahead of the upcoming governorship election. The victim has been identified as Ezekiel Olapade.

The political climate in Osun State has become increasingly charged as the campaign councils of the two leading parties have accused each other of involvement in political killings. Both councils have urged Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun to take action ahead of the upcoming governorship election scheduled for August 15, according to Daily Post Politics.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing internal conflict following the replacement of several candidates who won primaries for the 2027 elections. According to Daily Trust, the party leadership replaced about six senatorial candidates and 19 House of Representatives ticket winners, leading to ongoing tensions among supporters in Ondo State.

Aderogba Ajayi, known as Rogba and a member of the Accord Party, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Esa-Oke, Osun State, leading to grief and anger in the community. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, heightening tensions in the area ahead of the gubernatorial elections.