Tension was reported at the Ondo State House of Assembly in Akure on Thursday, August 27, 2026, after suspected thugs allegedly entered the Assembly complex amid the continuing leadership crisis involving Speaker Olamide Oladiji.
Reports indicated that the individuals were seen moving around different offices within the Assembly complex, causing concern among workers and other persons present.
A member of staff, who reportedly spoke on condition of anonymity, alleged that the individuals came from Ondo Township, which is the constituency of the Speaker. However, their identities, political affiliations and the circumstances surrounding their presence at the Assembly had not been independently established.
The situation was reportedly brought under control following the intervention of lawmaker Olajide Oguntodu, other members of the Assembly and security personnel, who ensured that the individuals left the premises.
The incident comes against the backdrop of a prolonged leadership crisis in the Ondo State House of Assembly, where a group of lawmakers has been pushing for the removal of Speaker Olamide Oladiji.
The disagreement escalated in July after 21 of the 26 members of the Assembly called on the Speaker to resign or face impeachment over allegations relating to the management of Assembly finances and the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, OSOPADEC.
Oladiji has faced allegations from some lawmakers concerning a reported N44 million transaction as well as issues surrounding the reordering of the OSOPADEC budget.
The allegations remain disputed, while the political disagreement has continued despite interventions aimed at resolving the crisis.
Following weeks of tension, the Assembly also constituted an audit committee earlier in August to examine the financial records of the legislative arm amid the controversy.
Thursday's reported intrusion adds another dimension to the continuing crisis within the state legislature.
At the time of filing this report, the reports of the incident had not established who organised the suspected thugs, their specific motive, or whether they were acting on behalf of any of the parties involved in the Assembly leadership dispute.
Glow FM will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more verified information becomes available.
Reports indicated that the individuals were seen moving around different offices within the Assembly complex, causing concern among workers and other persons present.
A member of staff, who reportedly spoke on condition of anonymity, alleged that the individuals came from Ondo Township, which is the constituency of the Speaker. However, their identities, political affiliations and the circumstances surrounding their presence at the Assembly had not been independently established.
The situation was reportedly brought under control following the intervention of lawmaker Olajide Oguntodu, other members of the Assembly and security personnel, who ensured that the individuals left the premises.
The incident comes against the backdrop of a prolonged leadership crisis in the Ondo State House of Assembly, where a group of lawmakers has been pushing for the removal of Speaker Olamide Oladiji.
The disagreement escalated in July after 21 of the 26 members of the Assembly called on the Speaker to resign or face impeachment over allegations relating to the management of Assembly finances and the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, OSOPADEC.
Oladiji has faced allegations from some lawmakers concerning a reported N44 million transaction as well as issues surrounding the reordering of the OSOPADEC budget.
The allegations remain disputed, while the political disagreement has continued despite interventions aimed at resolving the crisis.
Following weeks of tension, the Assembly also constituted an audit committee earlier in August to examine the financial records of the legislative arm amid the controversy.
Thursday's reported intrusion adds another dimension to the continuing crisis within the state legislature.
At the time of filing this report, the reports of the incident had not established who organised the suspected thugs, their specific motive, or whether they were acting on behalf of any of the parties involved in the Assembly leadership dispute.
Glow FM will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more verified information becomes available.
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Tension reportedly erupted at the Ondo State House of Assembly in Akure on Thursday after suspected thugs entered the Assembly complex amid the ongoing political crisis surrounding moves to impeach Speaker Olamide Oladiji. Tension was reported at the Ondo State House of Assembly in Akure on Thursday, August 27, 2026, after suspected thugs allegedly entered the Assembly complex...
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- Tension reportedly erupted at the Ondo State House of Assembly in Akure on Thursday after suspected thugs entered the Assembly complex amid the ongoing political crisis surrounding moves to impeach Speaker Olamide Oladiji.
- Tension was reported at the Ondo State House of Assembly in Akure on Thursday, August 27, 2026, after suspected thugs allegedly entered the Assembly complex amid the continuing leadership crisis involving Speaker Olamide Oladiji.Reports indicated that the individuals were seen moving around different offices within the Assembly complex, causing concern among workers and other persons present.A member of staff, who reportedly spoke on condition of anonymity, alleged that the individuals came from Ondo Township, which is the constituency of the Speaker.
- However, their identities, political affiliations and the circumstances surrounding their presence at the Assembly had not been independently established.The situation was reportedly brought under control following the intervention of lawmaker Olajide Oguntodu, other members of the Assembly and security personnel, who ensured that the individuals left the premises.The incident comes against the backdrop of a prolonged leadership crisis in the Ondo State House of Assembly, where a group of lawmakers has been pushing for the removal of Speaker Olamide Oladiji.The disagreement escalated in July after 21 of the 26 members of the Assembly called on the Speaker to resign or face impeachment over allegations relating to the management of Assembly finances and the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission, OSOPADEC.Oladiji has faced allegations from some lawmakers concerning a reported N44 million transaction as well as issues surrounding the reordering of the OSOPADEC budget.The allegations remain disputed, while the political disagreement has continued despite interventions aimed at resolving the crisis.Following weeks of tension, the Assembly also constituted an audit committee earlier in August to examine the financial records of the legislative arm amid the controversy.Thursday's reported intrusion adds another dimension to the continuing crisis within the state legislature.At the time of filing this report, the reports of the incident had not established who organised the suspected thugs, their specific motive, or whether they were acting on behalf of any of the parties involved in the Assembly leadership dispute.Glow FM will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more verified information becomes available.
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