Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has issued a stern warning to traditional rulers in Ifon, Erin Osun, and Ilobu, cautioning that any resurgence of violence in their communities could lead to their removal from office.
The governor’s statement follows reports that some faceless groups in the conflict-prone areas are allegedly planning renewed attacks.
“In the midst of Sallah celebrations, I got reports of some people planning another round of conflict around Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun towns. The security agencies have tightened surveillance to ensure no attacks take place,” Adeleke said in a statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Monday.
He stressed that security agencies are intensifying their interrogation of key figures involved in the conflicts and that traditional leaders must take responsibility for ensuring peace in their communities.
“The peace undertaking they are signing is not a joke. They will be held accountable. There will be accountability before the law,” he said.
Governor Adeleke also warned that any misuse of the recently relaxed curfew to incite further violence would result in a reinstatement of the 24-hour curfew.
“Additionally, I will remove from office any traditional ruler where violence recurs. This card is on the table. Royal fathers of each town must call their subjects to order. I will wield the big stick. Enough is enough,” he declared.
