Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has announced that the Government will constitute an Independent Commission of Inquiry next Monday to investigate all reported killings and acts of violence recorded during the election period.
The governor made this known on Friday, during a press briefing where he addressed the rising cases of political violence ahead of the August 15 poll.
Reading the governor’s address, the state Commissioner for Information, Kolapo Alimi, said the commission will be tasked with establishing the circumstances surrounding the incidents and recommending appropriate actions to ensure that everyone responsible is brought to justice, regardless of political affiliation, position, or influence.
“Next week Monday, immediately after the election, an Independent Commission of Inquiry will be constituted to investigate all reported killings and acts of violence connected with this election period,” he said.
The governor also disclosed that the government will put in place a framework to support and compensate the families of those who lost their lives, adding that “the memories of all victims will be appropriately honoured.”
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Adeleke expressed the state government’s deepest condolences to the families of all persons who have tragically lost their lives in incidents of violence during this election period.
“Every life lost is an Osun life. Politics should never cost anyone his or her life, irrespective of political affiliation,” he stated.
The governor appealed for calm and unity, stressing that the election is temporary but the people of Osun must remain one.
“The election will come and go, but we will remain one people. We owe the dead justice, their families compassion, and the people of Osun a peaceful future. May the souls of all those who lost their lives rest in peace,” he added.
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
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