The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Deputy Governorship Candidate in the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, Hon. Deji Ogunsakin, has petitioned the Ekiti State Police Command over alleged threats to his life.

In the petition dated November 13, 2026, and addressed to the Commissioner of Police, Ogunsakin accused Dr. Wole Oluyede and Sunday Anifowose of allegedly orchestrating a campaign of defamation, intimidation and violent attacks against him.

He alleged that the incidents, which began with accusations of financial misconduct after the governorship election, later escalated into threats to his safety and attacks on political gatherings and his residence.

Denial Over Election Funds

Ogunsakin denied the allegations that he collected money from Governor Biodun Oyebanji in exchange for political support, adding that he didn’t misappropriate funds meant for election activities.

According to him, the sum of ₦7.5 million was released for the mobilisation of party members and supporters for the grand finale of the governorship campaign in Ado-Ekiti, while ₦14.75 million was distributed in line with an allocation template allegedly prepared by Dr. Oluyede.

He said the funds were used for their intended purposes, adding that the beneficiaries and others involved in the distribution were available to confirm the transactions.

Ogunsakin further alleged that the accusations were circulated on social media and other platforms, causing embarrassment to him and his family and damaging his reputation.

Alleged Attack On His Residence

Ogunsakin alleged that at about 4 p.m., a group of suspected political thugs arrived at his residence in a Hilux vehicle, a minibus and several motorcycles.

He claimed the attackers were armed with firearms, cutlasses, axes and other dangerous weapons, while some allegedly carried containers of petrol.

Ogunsakin further alleged that the attackers threw stones and broken bottles into the compound and attempted to attack people within the premises.

The PDP Chieftain said one of the police officers deployed to the venue reportedly fired a gun to repel the attackers and prevent further escalation.

He added that some party members and residents later mobilised against the attackers, leading to the arrest of one of the suspected assailants, who was handed over to the Police.

Ogunsakin said the petition was not intended to settle political disagreements, but to ensure that anyone found culpable of criminal conduct was brought to justice.

He urged the Police to investigate Dr. Oluyede and Sunday Anifowose over their alleged involvement in the incidents, identify the sponsors of the suspected attackers and establish the sources of the weapons allegedly used.

Ogunsakin assured the Police of his readiness to provide documentary and electronic evidence, identify witnesses and cooperate fully with the investigation.

As at the time of filing this report, Kreovant Media had not received any reaction from Dr. Oluyede or the Police Command on the petition.