Osun Security: Adeleke, New Police CP Seek Peace Building, State Reconciliation
•Governor makes five requests •I’ll drive a new beginning, police chief vows Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo Osun state Governor, Ademola Adeleke and the police command, yesterday, held a new partnership
In a meeting aimed at rebuilding peace and stability in Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke and the newly appointed police commissioner, Ibrahim Zungura, have outlined their joint efforts. Governor Adeleke has made five requests to the police command as part of their partnership to restore peace and normalcy to the state. Zungura, in turn, pledged his commitment to work alongside the government for the safety and fairness of all Osun citizens.
The police commissioner emphasized his intent to restore faith in the police force and serve the people impartially. He declared his commitment to fairness, stating that he would prove his dedication within the next few weeks. Zungura assured that Osun is a peaceful state and that they will work towards addressing all outstanding issues.
Governor Adeleke recalled the turbulent times the state has faced since the elections and highlighted a recent police operation that resulted in two deaths. He specifically requested the immediate commencement of disciplinary action against the DPO of Ikire, who has been deemed a threat to the community. Adeleke extended an olive branch to all stakeholders, inviting them to collaborate on peace and reconciliation initiatives.
The governor outlined several specific requests to consolidate peace and state reconciliation. These include rebuilding public trust in the police, strengthening the working relationship between the state government and the police command, reorganizing internal workings of the command, and dissolving compromised operational units. Zungura assured that the police will participate fully in state security council meetings, a first for the previous commissioner who had not attended since 2024.
Governor Adeleke also called for the release of several Accord members arrested as political detainees, and he urged an end to further arrests of police members. He expressed readiness to support police operations without any conditions, emphasizing the need for fair policing in the state.
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