The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has dismissed allegations that the Federal Government plans to deploy its influence to secure victory for him in the August 15 governorship election.

Oyebamiji spoke during the Arise Television townhall for governorship candidates ahead of Saturday’s election, where he also outlined his plans to tackle poverty, improve security and invest in key sectors of the state.

The APC candidate said his priority, if elected, would be the welfare and development of residents across the state, irrespective of their location.

“Governance is about people, it’s not about segments. It’s not about an area. It’s not about a city. It is not about a town. It’s the entirety of the state,” he said.

Oyebamiji said his administration would prioritise security and the welfare of residents, while also seeking to address hunger and poverty through investments in agriculture, education and healthcare.