Dele Olaosebikan
OSUN State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has declared a dusk-to-dawn curfew in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun communities.
The governor said his action is sequel to security reports of the resurgence of the age-long communal clashes between the Ifon, Ilobu and now Erin Osun communities within the past 24 hours.
According to the governor, “Following extensive consultations with heads of security agencies working tirelessly to prevent further escalation, I hereby declare an immediate 24-hour curfew in the affected communities of Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun effective immediately and until further notice.”
The governor further stated that to enforce directives and maintain law and order, he has ordered a joint security operation comprising the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Police, Nigerian Immigration Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), NDLEA, AMOTEKUN, and other relevant agencies to conduct 24-hour surveillance and ensure strict compliance.
“I deeply sympathize with those who have suffered loss of life and property due to this crisis. Rest assured, perpetrators will face the full weight of the law.
“Additionally, I have summoned an urgent stakeholders’ meeting with:
- The Olufon of Ifon, HRM Oba Peter Oluwole Akinyooye
- The Olobu of Ilobu, HRM Oba Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan
- The Elerin of Erin Osun, Oba Yusuf Omoloye Oyagbodun (II)
- Other key stakeholders
“This meeting will focus on finding a lasting resolution to this conflict.
“I urge all sons and daughters of these communities, alongside their traditional rulers, to embrace peace and coexist harmoniously. Any individual or group found inciting violence or aiding this unrest will be dealt with accordingly.
“It is important that we all work together to restore peace and prevent further destruction.”
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