The Ondo State Government has refuted what it described as “malicious and unfounded allegations by unscrupulous elements claiming that thugs were deployed to disrupt a recent political gathering in the state”, reports thegazellenews.com
According to the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Idowu Ajanaku, the allegations are not only false but also are misleading, and a “calculated attempt to tarnish the reputation of the administration of Governor Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and the peaceful political climate currently enjoyed across Ondo State”
Ajanaku, in a statement on Wednesday, 18 February, 2026, stated that Governor Aiyedatiwa was neither aware of nor connected to the said meeting and could not have sanctioned any act of thuggery.
He emphasized that the Governor has consistently demonstrated exemplary leadership rooted in civility, inclusiveness, and democratic principles, adding that his track record reflects a strong aversion to violence and political intimidation in any form.
According to him, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State remains a disciplined and people-oriented political platform committed to constructive engagement stressing that numerous political meetings and stakeholder consultations have been conducted peacefully across the state without any record of disruption, underscoring the maturity and orderliness that define the party’s operations under Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership.
“The Governor’s primary focus remains the delivery of good governance and the advancement of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The administration is committed to sustaining peace, strengthening democratic values, and accelerating development initiatives that will improve the welfare and prosperity of all citizens of Ondo State.
“The Ondo State Government therefore urged members of the public to disregard the baseless allegations and remain confident in the administration’s unwavering commitment to peace, security, and democratic integrity. It also warned purveyors of falsehood to desist from spreading misinformation capable of undermining public trust and destabilizing the state’s political harmony,” Ajanaku concluded.
