The Osun State Forum of Councillors under the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has refuted widespread claims that its members were paid off and made to take traditional oaths in support of the current administration led by Governor Ademola Adeleke.
In a statement signed by the forum Chairman, Hon Tiamiyu Asimiyu Olayemi, on Tuesday, described the allegations as false, malicious, and a desperate move to mislead the public and stir division within local councils across the state.
They emphasized that such claims were a calculated attempt to undermine the credibility of local government representatives and distract from meaningful governance.
The statement was in reaction to alleged claims made by one Alao Adeolu on social media, accusing Chairmen, Vice Chairmen, Secretaries, and Councillors of being induced to pledge loyalty to the state government.
According to the forum, no such payoff or oath-taking occurred, and the entire narrative is a fabrication rooted in political mischief.
They accused elements within the Osun chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of being behind the false report, describing it as an attempt to cover up the party’s internal crisis and waning influence.
The councillors reaffirmed their independence and commitment to democratic values, transparency, and good governance at all levels.
They warned that unless those making the allegations present verifiable evidence, legal steps would be taken to protect the forum’s integrity.
Parts of the statement reads, “This baseless narrative, purportedly orchestrated by elements within the Osun chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), is yet another desperate attempt to distract the public from their internal crisis and political irrelevance. The Osun Forum of Councillors remains an independent, law-abiding body committed to due process, good governance, and the democratic ideals of transparency and accountability.
“No Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, or Councillor has received any form of monetary inducement or engaged in any traditional oath-taking as falsely alleged. We strongly challenge the purveyors of this fake news to provide credible, verifiable evidence of their claims. Failure to do so will confirm their intention to mislead the public, and we will not hesitate to pursue legal redress to protect our integrity and the sanctity of our democratic institutions.”
The public was urged to disregard the report and resist any effort to destabilize the political environment in Osun State.
The councillors restated their focus on service delivery and the peaceful development of the state under the rule of law.