Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has announced plans to constitute a panel of inquiry to investigate the killings linked to the governorship election in the state.
In a statement signed by the Governor and read to journalists on Friday by the Commissioner for Information, Kolapo Alimi, Adeleke expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of individuals who tragically lost their lives during the period of electoral violence.
“Every life lost is an Osun life. Politics should never cost anyone his or her life, irrespective of political affiliation,” the Governor stated.
He assured residents that the state government would take decisive action immediately following the election.
“The government under my watch wishes to assure the people of Osun State that 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,” Adeleke said.
According to him, the commission’s mandate will be to establish the circumstances surrounding the incidents and recommend appropriate legal measures to ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice, regardless of their political affiliation, position, or influence.
Governor Adeleke disclosed that the government will establish a framework to support and compensate the families of the victims, noting that the memories of those who lost their lives will be appropriately honoured.
“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,” Adeleke added.
