By Peter Omopo
The Ondo State Government has refuted claims linking Governor to the violent disruption of a stakeholders’ meeting at the All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat in Akure, which left the party’s Acting Chairman, , reportedly assaulted.
The incident occurred on Tuesday when suspected thugs stormed the APC secretariat, forcing party members to flee. Viral videos and images circulating on social media showed Engr. Adetimehin holding his cheek after allegedly being slapped during the chaos.
Reacting to the allegations, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Idowu Ajanaku, stressed that Governor Aiyedatiwa had no prior knowledge of the meeting and could not have authorised any act of violence.
“The Governor neither had prior knowledge of the meeting nor any connection whatsoever with it. He could not have authorised or supported any disruption,” the statement read.
The government described the insinuations as false, malicious, and politically motivated, noting that Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership style is grounded in civility, inclusiveness, and democratic values. It reiterated that he has consistently distanced himself from thuggery, intimidation, or political unrest.
The statement further emphasized that APC in Ondo State remains a disciplined and peace-loving political platform, highlighting that previous party meetings and stakeholder engagements have been conducted peacefully across the state.
Reaffirming its commitment to stability and governance, the administration said Governor Aiyedatiwa remains focused on advancing President ’s Renewed Hope Agenda in Ondo State.
The government urged the public to disregard the baseless claims and cautioned against spreading misinformation capable of undermining public trust and political stability.
