Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has accused former governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola of being jealous of him and his family ahead of the state’s political contest.
Adeleke made the allegation on Tuesday, claiming that Oyinlola has consistently refused to support his political ambitions because of what he described as personal jealousy.
The governor’s comments add a new layer to the political tensions surrounding the upcoming Osun election, with the relationship between prominent figures in the state’s political landscape coming under renewed scrutiny.
Adeleke, who is seeking to maintain his political influence in Osun, alleged that Oyinlola has never genuinely supported his political pursuits.
The governor’s accusation is likely to attract attention as political activities intensify ahead of the election, particularly given the influence both men have wielded in Osun politics.
Oyinlola, a former governor of Osun State and a prominent figure in the state’s political history, has yet to publicly respond to Adeleke’s latest allegation.
The dispute highlights the increasingly personal nature of political disagreements in Nigeria, where rivalries among influential politicians can shape alliances and electoral strategies.
With the election approaching, attention is expected to remain focused on how the competing interests of political heavyweights could affect the race and the future direction of Osun State.
