By Capital Watch Media
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has visited Ido Ayegunle and Esa Oke following violent clashes that led to the destruction of properties.
The Governor expressed deep concern over the unrest and assured residents that a panel of inquiry would be established to investigate the immediate and remote causes of the crisis.
“I am not happy about this situation because there can be no development where there is violence. Rest assured, the government will thoroughly investigate this matter,” Governor Adeleke said.
He warned that anyone found responsible for inciting or participating in the violence would be prosecuted, regardless of their status.
“No matter how highly placed, those found guilty will face the full wrath of the law,” he added.
Governor Adeleke was accompanied by the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, Chief of Staff Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, and security agency heads, including the Nigerian Army, Air Force, Police, NSCDC, Amotekun, and Vigilante groups.
During his visit to Ido Ayegunle, the Governor assured residents of the government’s commitment to their safety and security.
He also toured Esa Oke, where he inspected the burnt Toyota Highlander SUV belonging to the Owamiran of Esa Oke and other palace damages caused by suspected arsonists.
Speaking at the Esa Oke town hall, the Governor urged residents to embrace peace, stressing that development could only thrive in a stable environment.
He reminded them that the Osun State College of Technology, located in the town, was crucial to their local economy, warning that insecurity might discourage parents from sending their children there.
Governor Adeleke also acknowledged a petition submitted by the Esa Oke community and assured them of the government’s commitment to restoring peace.
He commended law enforcement agencies for their swift intervention and confirmed that the government would review the chieftaincy status of Ido Ayegunle as requested.
In Ido Ayegunle, residents alleged that Esa Oke indigenes frequently attacked them and prevented them from harvesting their farm produce.
They urged the Governor to intervene and stop further aggression against them.
In contrast, the Owamiran of Esa Oke, Ọba Adeyemi Adediran, claimed that hoodlums attacked his palace and set his property ablaze.
Esa Oke leaders also insisted that Ido Ayegunle remained part of their land, urging the Governor to secure the release of some youths arrested during the crisis.
