The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the incidents that have disrupted peace and safety in Osun State and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi says the violent actions had disrupted the peace, leading to the destruction of property and the unfortunate loss of innocent lives.
The statement said the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has ordered the deployment of additional tactical squads to Osun State to bolster security and restore law and order.
According to the statement, the Police recognizes that violence undermines the democratic process and threatens the wellbeing of the citizens and affirms its commitment to identifying and prosecuting the perpetrators of these acts and causing them to face the full weight of the law.
The IGP issued a stern warning to those who threaten the peace and stability in Osun State, as the Force will not tolerate any act of lawlessness, hooliganism, and anarchy in the state.
He advised citizens to remain calm as normalcy is being restored and urged Osun indigenes, leaders, and stakeholders to shun violence and go about their legitimate businesses.
The Force reiterates its commitment to clamping down on any violent actor who is bent on creating a breakdown of law and order in any part of the country.
