A political rally in Ijebu-Jesa, Osun State, turned chaotic on Wednesday when the stage hosting Governor Ademola Adeleke and other officials suddenly gave way. The event was organized by Pelumi Olajengbesi, the Accord candidate for the Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency, to launch the Imole Canvassers initiative. Witnesses reported that the platform collapsed just as the governor stood up to address the crowd, sparking momentary panic among the attendees.
Video footage circulating on social media captured the frightening moment, after which security personnel and organizers quickly intervened to restore order. Senior government sources confirmed that neither the governor nor any other dignitary sustained injuries. Hon. Bamidele Salam, a lawmaker representing Ede North/Ede South/Egbedore/Ejigbo Federal Constituency, also reassured the public of the governor’s safety via a Facebook post. He shared a photo showing Adeleke with Deputy Governor Prince Kola Adewusi, state Accord Chairman Pastor Victor Akande, and other party officials.
The rally resumed shortly after, having confirmed everyone was safe. The Imole Canvassers initiative aims to mobilize about 10,000 supporters to promote the administration’s policies across the Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency and the wider Osun East Senatorial District. Despite the disruption, the event concluded peacefully.