The governorship candidate of the Accord Party in Oyo State has denied any connection to a suspect allegedly involved in a recent robbery raid, describing the allegation as false and politically motivated.
The candidate dismissed reports linking him to the suspect, insisting that the claims were part of a deliberate attempt to damage his reputation ahead of political activities in the state.
He maintained that he has no association with criminal elements or individuals mentioned in the allegation, stressing that his public life has been guided by transparency and lawful conduct.
The Accord Party flagbearer argued that the circulation of such claims was aimed at distracting voters and shifting attention away from real political issues affecting the state.
He called on the public to disregard what he described as fabricated stories, while urging media organisations and social media users to ensure proper verification before publishing sensitive allegations.
The development comes amid rising political tension in Oyo State as parties intensify positioning ahead of future elections, with candidates increasingly responding to claims and counterclaims in the public space.
