2023: Adeleke tackles Oyetola over destruction of posters, billboards

• Published date: 08 January 2023
• Publication title: Nigeria - The Nation

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The Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke has tackled his immediate predecessor, Adegboyega Oyetola over alleged vandalisation of posters and billboards in the state ahead of 2023 General Election.

A statement by the spokesperson of Adeleke, Olawale Rasheed yesterday disclosed that the governor, while receiving leaders in the state alleged that since Oyetola returned to Osun, there have been increase in violence in the state.

According to him, 'I call on politicians and their supporters to remain peaceful. We must imbibe the culture of harmonious campaign devoid of thuggery and untoward activities. Election is not and should not be taken as war.

'I particularly condemn the increasing vandalization of campaign posters and billboards ahead of the elections. I was a victim during the last governorship election. Politicians should know that the people are the ultimate decider of their leaders'.

However, Oyetola through his media aide, Ismail Omipidan described the allegation as unfounded and mischievous...