…Affirms Respect for Both Leaders, Labels ‘Igba Otun’ as Baseless and Divisive
Member of the House of Representatives representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, Hon. Aderemi Abasi Oseni, has unequivocally disassociated himself from a controversial publication by a group identified as Igba Otun, which called on Senator Teslim Folarin and Chief Adebayo Adelabu to step aside from the 2027 governorship race in Oyo State.
In a statement issued in Ibadan on Wednesday by his media aide, Mr. Idowu Ayodele, Oseni described the report as “false, malicious, and deliberately misleading.” He made it clear that he has no ties with the group in question and did not authorise, support, or commission the message attributed to them.
“Hon. Oseni has absolutely no affiliation with the so-called Igba Otun group,” the statement read. “He neither sanctioned nor supports any publication aimed at sowing discord within the All Progressives Congress (APC). This appears to be the handiwork of political opportunists attempting to destabilise the party and misrepresent his position.”
Highlighting Oseni’s political values, the statement reaffirmed his commitment to issue-based, principled politics. “He is a lawmaker known for integrity, maturity, and respect for party hierarchy. His career has been defined by collaboration, not confrontation,” it said.
It also clarified that Oseni has not declared interest in the 2027 governorship race, contrary to the insinuations made in the publication. “At present, his focus remains firmly on effective legislative representation, constituency development, and contributing meaningfully to the growth and reorganisation of the APC in Oyo State,” the aide stated.
Reiterating Oseni’s respect for the party’s leadership, the statement described Senator Folarin as “an elder brother, mentor, and leader,” while Chief Adelabu was referred to as “a younger brother and trusted ally.” Oseni, it said, values both relationships and would never endorse actions that undermine their political aspirations or personal integrity.
The statement also questioned the motive behind the publication, especially in the wake of the APC’s recent by-election defeat. “The timing is suspicious and suggests a deliberate attempt to create further instability within the party. It is unfortunate that some individuals would exploit sensitive moments to promote selfish agendas,” the statement noted.
Calling Igba Otun a “faceless and mischievous outfit,” Oseni’s team urged APC members and the public at large to ignore the group’s claims, which they described as “a calculated ploy to spread confusion and fabricate divisions that do not exist.”
