Adeleke condemns violence in Osun, calls for Tinubu's help

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has strongly condemned what he calls coordinated attacks by political thugs in parts of the state. These attacks happened in Ile-Ife, Ede, and Osogbo.

In a statement on Tuesday, Adeleke described the violence as unacceptable. He warned that no political ambition is worth the blood and suffering of innocent people.

“I strongly condemn the coordinated attacks carried out by pro-APC political thugs in Ile-Ife, Ede, Osogbo and other parts of our state earlier today. No political ambition is worth the blood, pain, and suffering of innocent citizens,” he said.

The governor urged President Bola Tinubu, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, Inspector-General of Police, and the Department of State Services to step in. He wants them to help restore order in the state.

Adeleke also called on political leaders in Osun, including former Governor Gboyega Oyetola and APC governorship candidate Bola Oyebamiji. He asked them to control their supporters and warned that more provocations could lead to chaos.

“I call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu #officialABAT, the National Security Adviser #NuhuRibadu, the Inspector General of Police #TunjiDisu1, the #OfficialDSSNG, and other security authorities to urgently intervene and call Mr. Gboyega Oyetola #GboyegaOyetola and the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji #OyebamijiBola and everyone behind these provocations to order before they plunge our dear state into chaos,” he stated.

Adeleke mentioned that he visited affected communities and met victims in hospitals. He went to the Osun State Teaching Hospital in Osogbo and the Cottage Hospital in Ede. He also met the Osogbo Accord Party chairman who survived a gun attack last week.

“After receiving reports of the attacks, I personally visited affected areas and met victims receiving treatment at the Osun State Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, and the Cottage Hospital, Ede. I also paid a solidarity visit to the Osogbo Accord Chairman who survived a gunshot attack last week,” he noted.

He assured residents that his government would support the victims of violence. He said security agencies are to investigate fully and bring the attackers to justice, no matter their political ties.

“I sympathise with all victims and their families. My administration will not abandon them in this difficult moment. I have directed security agencies to thoroughly investigate these incidents and ensure that every perpetrator, regardless of status or political affiliation, is brought to justice,” he said.

Adeleke emphasized that political differences should never lead to violence or intimidation against citizens. He believes democracy should be about dialogue, tolerance, and respecting the law.

He urged residents to stay calm and obey the law. He added that more security measures are being put in place in vulnerable areas across the state.

“I urge all residents to remain calm, peaceful, and law-abiding. Additional security measures are being activated across vulnerable locations, and my administration remains fully committed to protecting lives, property, and the peace of Osun State.

“May God grant speedy recovery to the injured and continue to preserve the peace of our beloved state,” he added.