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Adeleke orders probe into Osun killings, seeks inquiry into police role

The Ikire violence drew public attention on Monday after a group of thugs reportedly attempted to take over the motor garage following Mr Adeleke re-election victory The post Adeleke orders probe into Osun killings, seeks inquiry into police role appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Adeleke orders probe into Osun killings, seeks inquiry into police role

Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the Osun State governorship election, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his election victory. According to Punch, Oyebamiji also vowed to pursue justice for alleged attacks on party members.

The Daily Post Nigeria reports that Oyebamiji made the comments while addressing APC leaders, members, and supporters in Osogbo. He called on Governor Adeleke, as the state's Chief Security Officer, to take immediate steps to end killings, harassment, and intimidation of APC members and supporters.

Governor Adeleke has since ordered an investigation into recent violence in the state. According to Punch Nigeria, an Executive Order has established a Coroner Inquest/Panel of Inquiry into killings, shootings, injuries, and violence reported at Naira and Kobo Junction, Motor Park/Garage Area, Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area, on August 24, 2026.

The Premium Times also reports that the Ikire violence drew public attention after a group of thugs reportedly attempted to take over the motor garage following Mr. Adeleke's re-election victory.

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