Police warn against forceful takeover of Osun LGs

The Osun State Police Command has issued a stern warning against any attempts to forcefully take over local government areas within the state. This directive comes amid reports of planned actions to seize control of these administrative centers, even as the matters are currently before the courts.

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No individual, political group, or association has the right to resort to self-help or the use of force to assume control of any Local Government Area or public institution while judicial proceedings are ongoing.

Police Public Relations Officer Abiodun Ojelabi, speaking on behalf of the Commissioner of Police (Election) Samuel Erale, emphasized that resorting to self-help or force to assume control of any Local Government Area or public institution while judicial proceedings are active constitutes a breach of peace. The command stressed that such actions would lead to arrest and prosecution.

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Any attempt to forcibly occupy or disrupt Local Government facilities will be viewed as a serious breach of the peace and dealt with decisively in accordance with the law, including arrest and prosecution of persons found culpable.

Authorities urged all parties involved to exercise patience and allow the judicial process to conclude. They also called upon parents, community leaders, political figures, and youth leaders to caution their supporters against any actions that could threaten the state's peace and security. The police reaffirmed their commitment to protecting lives and property and maintaining public order throughout Osun.

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The Police will continue to protect lives and property and maintain peace and public order throughout the State.