Oyo APC Alleges Plot to Victimise Lawmaker Over ₦300bn Loan Dispute

Oyo APC Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plot to Victimise Lawmaker on ₦300bn Loan Controversy

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has raised concerns over what it describes as a plot to victimise one of its lawmakers following the controversy surrounding a ₦300 billion loan being pursued by the state government.

In a statement released on Monday, September 15, 2025, the party alleged that the lawmaker, whose identity was not immediately disclosed, is being targeted for voicing opposition to the loan request. The APC insisted that lawmakers should be free to represent their constituents without fear of intimidation or political persecution.

According to the party, the huge loan raises serious questions about transparency, accountability, and the future debt profile of Oyo State. It accused the state government of attempting to silence dissenting voices rather than addressing the concerns raised by opposition members.

The APC urged security agencies, civil society organisations,