The Osun State Government, led by Governor Ademola Adeleke, has warned traditional rulers in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun communities of severe consequences, including dethronement, if communal clashes continue.
The warning follows renewed tensions in these areas, with the government emphasizing that any attempt to exploit the eased curfew for violence will lead to decisive action against those involved.
“In the midst of Sallah celebrations, I got reports of some people planning another round of conflict around Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun towns.
“The security agencies have tightened surveillance to ensure no attacks take place,” Adeleke stated.
The governor emphasised that security operatives were accelerating their investigation of key figures suspected of fueling the conflict.
He also reiterated that the peace agreements signed by community leaders must be upheld, warning that any breach would have serious repercussions.
Adeleke further warned that any traditional ruler under whose domain fresh violence erupts would face removal from office.
He urged the royal fathers to call their subjects to order, stressing that the government would not hesitate to wield the “big stick” if peace was not maintained.
“Additionally, I will remove from office any traditional ruler where violence recurs. This card is on the table. Royal fathers of each town must call their subjects to order. I will wield the big stick. Enough is enough,” Adeleke stated.
