In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Barrister Maxwell Mgbuden, the party described the incident as a devastating loss and the “cruel murder” of a promising young man.

The party extended condolences to the bereaved family, praying for strength and comfort in what it described as a difficult period.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, trusting God to console and strengthen them at this trying time,” the statement read.

It added that Kolade Eluyera “has paid the supreme price” in the struggle for a better Osun State, insisting that his death would not be in vain.

Accord called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible, including alleged sponsors of the attack.

The party also expressed concern over what it described as growing insecurity and alleged attacks on its members, accusing security agencies of failing to prevent violence and destruction of campaign materials across the state.

It alleged that thugs linked to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) were behind attacks on its members and the destruction of billboards belonging to both Accord and the Imole Campaign, urging security agencies to act decisively.

Accord reaffirmed its opposition to violence in politics, stressing that it would resist any attempt to destabilise the state or undermine democratic processes.

The party also criticised what it described as the poor governance of the previous APC administration, while praising Governor Ademola Adeleke as a “servant-leader” whose administration has delivered democratic dividends to the people of Osun State.

It maintained that the people of Osun have continued to support the governor and expressed confidence in his re-election bid, urging citizens to remain committed to democratic participation ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election.

Accord further called for issue-based politics, rejecting what it described as violence, intimidation, and vote-buying, while insisting that the electorate must be allowed to freely choose their leaders.

The party concluded by urging voters to protect their mandate and ensure that their votes count in the upcoming election, describing credible polls as essential to strengthening democracy.

Justice Maryanne Anenih accepted and marked the materials as exhibits after they were presented by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) through a subpoenaed witness, Jegede Oluwasegun, an official of the National Library of Nigeria.

Emefiele is facing a four-count charge bordering on disobedience to lawful directives and alleged illegal acts said to have caused public injury. The EFCC stated that the offences contravene Section 123 of the Penal Code, Cap 89, Laws of the Federation 1990, and are punishable under the same law. He, however, pleaded not guilty.

At the resumed hearing on Monday, EFCC counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN), led the eighth prosecution witness (PW8) in evidence, where he detailed his official responsibilities.

Oyedepo later tendered copies of Punch, This Day, Vanguard, Daily Sun, and The Nation newspapers, along with their certification receipts.

Defence counsel, Olalekan Ojo (SAN), did not object to the documents presented.

During cross-examination, Ojo asked the witness to confirm his role, to which he admitted that he was not the author of the newspaper contents.

“My duty is to certify the newspapers. I cannot say 100 per cent that the contents are correct. I am not the author,” the witness told the court.

The defence then presented a This Day publication dated January 31, 2023, along with its certification, which the witness confirmed. The prosecution raised no objection, and the court subsequently admitted it as evidence and marked it as an exhibit.

Justice Anenih adjourned the matter to Wednesday for further hearing.