The Osun State Police Command has summoned Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, over alleged threats against members of the Accord Party ahead of Saturday’s governorship election.
Fadahunsi came under scrutiny following the emergence of a viral video in which he allegedly directed supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to “kill” members of the rival Accord Party if they were found in certain parts of Ilesa during the electoral process.
The alleged remarks have raised concerns over the potential for political violence as parties intensify activities ahead of the August 15 governorship election.
In a letter dated August 11, 2026, the police invited the senator to explain the circumstances surrounding the comments allegedly made during an APC campaign event in Ilesa.
The invitation, signed by Samuel Etaifo Erale, the Commissioner of Police in charge of elections in Osun State, directed Fadahunsi to appear before the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Osogbo at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 12.
According to the police, the invitation was based on information alleging that the senator made statements considered threatening, inciting and intimidating.
“The invitation is premised on information in possession of the Nigeria Police alleging that during your address at the aforementioned programme, you made statements considered to be threatening, inciting, and intimidating in nature,” the letter stated.
The police also noted that the alleged remarks had circulated across various electronic and social media platforms.
Fadahunsi is expected to be questioned over the circumstances surrounding the alleged comments and their possible implications for peace and security during the election.
The development comes amid heightened political tension in Osun State, with political parties stepping up campaigns and mobilisation ahead of Saturday’s governorship poll.
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