Summary: Osun East Senator Francis Fadahunsi has responded to a police invitation following his controversial viral statement urging followers to “kill Accord members.” Here’s everything you need to know.
If you have been following the political drama brewing in Osun State, then you already know that things just got a lot more serious. Senator Francis Fadahunsi, who represents the Osun East Senatorial District under the APC platform, has honoured an invitation from the Osun State Police Command — and it is all connected to a comment that set social media on fire.
What Exactly Did the Senator Say?
The senator reportedly made a remark that quickly went viral, in which he was alleged to have urged people to “kill Accord members” — a statement that raised serious alarm bells across the state and beyond. In a country where political tensions can easily boil over, words like these are never taken lightly, and Nigerians wasted no time calling out the comment across various platforms.
Senator Fadahunsi Walks Into the Police Station
Rather than ignore the invitation or play hide-and-seek — as some politicians in this country are known to do — Senator Fadahunsi reportedly honoured the police invitation and appeared before the Osun State Police Command to address the matter.
This move, whether calculated or genuine, shows that the long arm of the law can indeed reach even those occupying the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly.
Why This Matter Is Serious
In Nigeria’s current political climate, inflammatory language is not just a PR problem — it is a security concern. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies have consistently warned politicians against using inciting statements, especially during election periods when tensions run high and loyalists can take words literally.
The Accord Party, being one of the registered political parties in Osun State, has every right to operate freely without its members being threatened — whether the statement was meant as a joke, a figure of speech, or otherwise.
Nigerians React
As expected, Nigerians on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and WhatsApp groups did not hold back their opinions. Many condemned the statement outright, while others called for the senator to be prosecuted if found culpable. A few voices, however, argued that the comment may have been taken out of context — a debate that is still ongoing.
What Happens Next?
With the senator having honoured the invitation, the ball is now in the court of the Osun State Police Command to determine whether the matter warrants further legal action. Nigerians will be watching closely to see if this is treated with the seriousness it deserves or quietly swept under the carpet — as is unfortunately the norm in many high-profile political cases.
One thing is clear: words have consequences, and elected officials must be held to a higher standard when it comes to the language they use in public spaces.
Stay with us for more updates as this story develops.
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