The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has condemned Chief of Staff Kazeem Akinleye for allegedly threatening payroll audit consultant Saadat Bakrin-Ottun during a phone call. This controversy arose from ongoing disagreements between Bakrin-Ottun and the state government concerning the findings of a staff audit report conducted by consultant Sally Tibbot, which identified significant discrepancies in payroll practices. Bakrin-Ottun has accused the government of hiding a multi-billion naira fraud linked to this audit, while the government claims that Tibbot misclassified numerous employees as 'ghost workers' to inflate her consultancy fees.

In response to the allegations, Kola Olabisi, the APC spokesperson, stated that Akinleye’s actions demonstrate unfitness for his position. The APC's demands come as the conflict escalates, with the governor's office denying Bakrin-Ottun's claims and defending the integrity of the audit conducted. The political stakes are high as this issue may influence public perception of Governor Ademola Adeleke's administration and the governing party’s credibility in Osun State.

As the controversy develops, it raises broader concerns about transparency and accountability within the Osun State government. The fallout from this incident could have significant implications for the state's political landscape, as calls for a probe into the audit findings and the government's response to Bakrin-Ottun’s threats could fuel public discontent and challenge the current administration's standing.