Osun APC stands by police vehicle donation amid opposition concerns
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reaffirmed its commitment to donating operational vehicles to the police, despite objections from the Accord Party. The Accord Party, led by Victor Akande, has criticized the move, alleging it is linked to misuse of local government funds. Governor Ademola Adeleke and his administration have also been drawn into the disagreement, with the APC accusing them of neglecting security issues. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions over the control of local government councils in Osun State.
Key takeaways
- Osun APC insists that local government chairmen will proceed with plans to donate vehicles to the police to enhance security.
- The Accord Party, through Victor Akande, claims the donations are linked to alleged criminal diversion of local government funds.
- The APC criticized the Accord Party and Governor Ademola Adeleke for opposing efforts to support the police.
- The party praised the achievements of APC council chairmen and expressed disappointment at the lack of support from the ruling party.
- Both APC and Accord-backed chairmen are currently in court, seeking judicial validation of their claims to local government leadership.
