Authorities detained APC chieftain Gani Mohammed at Abuja’s Force CID following Facebook allegations accusing Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo of election interference.
Specifically, he claimed Tunji-Ojo favored a PDP candidate over Mohammed’s APC nominee during January 18 local council elections in Ondo State.
Consequently, tensions escalated as youth groups threatened mass protests over Mohammed’s four-day detention.
The Coalition for Progressive Youth issued a 24-hour ultimatum demanding Mohammed’s release.
President Obanla Oluwaseyi Victor confirmed planned protests if authorities ignore their demands, criticizing the arrest’s irregular execution without warrant.
Police operatives reportedly arrested Mohammed Monday evening at Akure’s Government House, transporting him overnight to Abuja.
Sources link the detention to Tunji-Ojo’s alleged support for a PDP candidate despite the party’s official withdrawal.
Political analysts note Mohammed backs former commissioner Razaaq Obe, a potential 2028 APC gubernatorial candidate.
This conflicts with Tunji-Ojo’s rumored ambitions, given Ondo’s rotational governorship agreement between senatorial districts.
Protest organizers accuse police of acting as Tunji-Ojo’s agents, urging Inspector General Egbetokun to intervene immediately.
They emphasized: “The police must reject political manipulation; we demand justice through proper channels.”
Observers warn the standoff risks destabilizing Ondo State unless resolved promptly, with citizens and officials closely monitoring police responses to prevent escalation.
