Hon. Comrade James Onifade, a public commentator, media personality and advocate for good governance and better judicial reform, has reportedly been arrested by the Osun State Police Command over an alleged hit-and-run incident in Osogbo, Osun State.
The arrest reportedly occurred in the early hours of Saturday, August 15, 2026, while Onifade was on his way to his polling unit, Unit 10, Ward 4, in Osogbo Local Government Area, to exercise his civic responsibility in the ongoing Osun State governorship election.
Onifade, who has been actively involved in media engagements and public discussions on governance, accountability, democracy and issues affecting citizens, was reportedly taken into custody in connection with the alleged incident.
The circumstances surrounding the alleged hit-and-run remain unclear, and authorities have yet to publicly provide detailed information on the specific allegations against him or the circumstances leading to his arrest.
As an advocate for good governance and better judicial reform, the development has raised questions about the circumstances of the arrest, particularly given its timing on an election day.
However, the allegation remains unconfirmed, and Onifade should be presumed innocent unless proven otherwise by a competent court of law.
As of the time of filing this report, efforts to establish the exact reason for his arrest and obtain an official statement from the Police Area Command, Osogbo are ongoing.
Further details will be reported as they emerge.
