Adeleke urges Tinubu to intervene in Osun killings

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on President Bola Tinubu to address what he described as extrajudicial killings occurring within the state. Speaking at a campaign rally for the Accord Party in Osogbo, Adeleke implored the president to act as a father figure and protect the residents of Osun.

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President Bola Tinubu, something is happening in Osun that you have not moved to put an end to. They are killing our people.

Adeleke reminded Tinubu that his party had already endorsed the president for another term ahead of the 2027 general elections. "President Bola Tinubu, something is happening in Osun that you have not moved to put an end to. They are killing our people," Adeleke stated. He emphasized that Osun residents would not permit rigging in the upcoming August 15 governorship poll, drawing parallels to the political turmoil of 1983.

The governor expressed concern over the compromised state of the police, alleging they were taking sides in the ongoing political crisis. "The police are compromised. I am telling President Tinubu today. I am the chief security officer of Osun State," he declared. Adeleke vowed that the electorate would actively defend their votes to ensure a free and fair election.

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The police are compromised. I am telling President Tinubu today. I am the chief security officer of Osun State.

Adeleke recounted his own past struggles, including leaving the country for exile after feeling cheated in the 2018 election. He expressed confidence in his victory in the upcoming election, provided it is conducted freely and fairly. The election, scheduled for August 15, will see 14 political parties competing for the governorship.

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We want a free and fair election. If it is free and fair, I am going to win the election.