Osun Political Parties Clash Over N300 Billion Local Government Fund

The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party are trading accusations over the handling of local government funds in Osun State.

This dispute highlights the volatile political climate in the region as rival parties fight for control over the narrative regarding fiscal transparency and the distribution of public resources.

At the center of the conflict is a disputed local government fund totaling N300 billion ^[1]. The Osun State chapter of the APC said Governor Ademola Adeleke has withheld necessary documents required for the release of these funds. This failure, according to the APC, prevents the local governments from accessing the money needed for development.

In response, the Accord Party said the allegations made by the APC are baseless propaganda. The party dismissed the claims as an attempt to destabilize the state government and mislead the public.

Further tension has emerged regarding the role of the federal government. The APC cautioned Governor Adeleke and his commissioners against accusing President Bola Tinubu of withholding the funds. The party said the responsibility lies with the state administration to provide the required documentation to ensure the funds are released.

The disagreement has escalated beyond political statements. The Accord Party said a planned protest is scheduled for Aug. 15 ^[2] to address the crisis and hold the opposing party accountable for the tension.

While the APC continues to push for the release of documentation, the Adeleke administration maintains its position against the party's narrative. The conflict underscores a deep divide between the state executive and the opposition regarding the management of N300 billion ^[1] intended for local governance.