Ifon/Ilobu conflict: Governor Adeleke reads riot act, vows to punish troublemakers

Ifon/Ilobu conflict: Governor Adeleke reads riot act, vows to punish troublemakers

Osun Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has vowed to punish those behind the resurgence of violence in Ifon/Ilobu communities.

Governor Adeleke made this known in an ongoing virtual security meeting on Tuesday according to a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed.

Governor Adeleke also said those who ignited the attacks again will be rounded up and arraigned for breaching peace in the area.

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DAILY POST recalls that violent clashes had been reignited within both communities on Monday.

Also, it was learnt that three persons have died since the violent clashes started again in both communities.

“I hosted a virtual security meeting last night. A physical meeting is now ongoing. We will not spare sponsors of this dastardly act.

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“Any traditional ruler found to be fanning embers of violence will be removed from office. Requisite intelligence is being gathered on the extent of culpability of prominent leaders from the two areas.

“Since yesterday, I have issued relevant directives which are being implemented to calm the situation.All through the night, security teams have commenced de-escalation operations.

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“We have dispatched security teams and further measures will soon be announced”, the governor, who is attending a national minimum wage meeting at the State House, Abuja noted.

“This time around, those involved will pay the price in line with the law of the land,” the governor warned.

Ifon/Ilobu conflict: Governor Adeleke reads riot act, vows to punish troublemakers

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