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Osun Masterminds Urge Civility Ahead of 2026 Governorship Race
Osun Masterminds urge political actors to maintain civility and focus on governance ahead of the 2026 governorship election
Officials said that Osun Masterminds urge political actors in the state to uphold civility and prioritize governance as the 2026 governorship election approaches.
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The appeal was made in the group’s November State of the State address by Executive Director Prof. Wasiu Oyedokun-Alli.
Prof. Oyedokun-Alli warned that the growing number of aspirants, especially within the APC where over 11 candidates have declared interest, makes it crucial to prevent internal conflicts.
He called on all aspirants and supporters to avoid inflammatory politics and focus on issue-based campaigns.
The group also highlighted concerns about the state government’s neglect of key responsibilities, noting stalled recruitment of teachers and health workers, prolonged road construction, leadership issues within the Amotekun Corps, and closed local government secretariats affecting essential services.
Prof. Oyedokun-Alli emphasised that excessive politicking and confrontations between the PDP and APC undermine democratic principles and divert attention from governance.
“We do not live in a banana republic. It is unacceptable to sacrifice governance on the altar of political expediency,” he said.
Osun Masterminds further stressed that unity, party cohesion, and adherence to electoral laws are vital for credible elections and grassroots mobilisation.
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The group urged politicians to act responsibly and ensure that citizens’ welfare and security remain a priority in the lead-up to 2026.
Internet personality, Isaac Fayose has taken a swipe at the former governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa for allegedly diverting about ₦1.3 trillion belonging to the Delta State Government.
In a video seen by NATIONAL WAVES, Isaac who is the younger brother of the former governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Ayo Fayose, criticised Okowa for alleged fraud.
He said “Nobody probes Governors, even Okowa who they say took N1.something trillions, his sins are forgiven. He is now about going back to the Senate. You can see how we have legalise corruption in our country, while the citizens are hungry, ebi pawaa, ko sonoje meaning no food, iya jenwa meaning we are suffering. You see the sharing envelopes, envelopes and rice during elections.
It would be recalled that on October 15, 2024, NATIONAL WAVES published a story of how the operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested and quizzed Okowa for a week over alleged fraud.
Okowa’s arrest was confirmed by the EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale who stated that Okowa was investigated and detained over the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion.
The N1.3 trillion reportedly represents the 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.
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