Osun APC criticizes assembly over INEC redeployment claims
Adegboyega Oyetola has been accused by the Osun State House of Assembly of influencing the redeployment of Dr Mutiu Agboke, the Osun Resident Electoral Commissioner, to Ondo State. The All Progressives Congress in Osun has rejected these claims, calling them baseless and urging the Assembly to focus on lawmaking. The APC insists that the redeployment is a routine internal matter for the Independent National Electoral Commission. Dr Mutiu Agboke himself confirmed his transfer and thanked journalists for their support.
Key takeaways
- The Osun APC has urged the State House of Assembly to avoid interfering in INEC's internal affairs.
- Wale Egbedun, Speaker of the Assembly, accused Adegboyega Oyetola of being involved in the redeployment of Dr Mutiu Agboke.
- The APC described the allegations as unsubstantiated and said staff transfers are routine INEC activities.
- Dr Mutiu Agboke personally announced his redeployment to Ondo State and expressed gratitude to Osun journalists.
- The Assembly claims further redeployments may be planned for other key INEC officials in the state.
