The Chief Whip of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Gbenga Oyekola, has denied any involvement in alleged moves to impeach Governor Seyi Makinde.
Oyekola, who represents Atiba State Constituency, made the clarification on his verified Facebook page on Tuesday morning.
The lawmaker, elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said there were attempts by certain individuals to create division within the State House of Assembly and strain the relationship between lawmakers and the state government.
He stated that he had no knowledge of any impeachment discussions and was neither invited nor involved in any related meetings.
“I, Hon. Gbenga Oyekola, hereby completely disassociate myself from any arrangement or activity that has the potential to disrupt the peace of Oyo State.
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“I was never invited, never consulted, and was not part of any such meetings or arrangements,” he said.
Oyekola further stressed his loyalty to the governor, dismissing any suggestion of political betrayal.
“I cannot and will not be disloyal to my boss, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde,” he said.
Reaffirming his stance, he added: “I reaffirm my unwavering loyalty and support for Governor Seyi Makinde, his government, and his party. I remain firmly committed to the peace, unity, and continued progress of Oyo State.”