LG Crisis: Stop Instigating Crisis in Osun- Yoruba Leaders of Thought Tells Oyetola

Yoruba Leaders of Thought on Monday called a former Governor of Osun State, Gboyega Oyetola to stop instigating crisis in the state while also condemning the violent and reckless attack at various local government secretariats in the state.

In release signed by its National Publicity Secretary General, Prince Abiodun David Olarinde, the group noted that Oyetola and his political associates including the National Secretary of APC, Ajibola Bashiru should be held accountable for Monday’s violence in Osun.

The group then call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately rein in Mr. Oyetola and his faction of the APC in Osun State.

Read full release below…

PRESS RELEASE BY THE CONGRESS OF YORUBA LEADERS OF THOUGHT ON THE VIOLENCE INSTIGATED BY FORMER GOVERNOR OYETOLA AND HIS ASSOCIATES IN OSUN STATE

The Congress of Yoruba Leaders of Thought strongly condemns the violent and reckless attempt by some members of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC), instigated by former Governor of Osun State, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola, to forcefully take over the administration of local governments across the state. The orchestrated attack, which led to an unfortunate loss of lives, is not only a brazen act of political desperation but also a direct assault on the peace and stability of Osun State.

We unequivocally hold Mr. Oyetola and his political associates, including Mr. Bashir Ajibola, the APC National Secretary, accountable for Monday’s violence. As insignificant minority actors in Osun politics, they have resorted to undemocratic means in a bid to undermine the legitimately elected government of Osun State. Their call for a declaration of a state of emergency in the state is not only reckless but also a dangerous invitation to lawlessness. Such attempts to subvert democratic governance must be resisted by all well-meaning Nigerians.

The Congress deeply regrets the loss of innocent lives and extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of those affected by the senseless violence unleashed by APC thugs. The premeditated attack on various local governments in Osun State stands as a grave reminder of the lengths to which power-hungry individuals are willing to go to disrupt governance and sow chaos.

We commend the security agencies in Osun State for their swift intervention, which ensured that the state did not descend into anarchy as planned by the arsonists instigated by Mr. Oyetola and his desperate allies. Their professionalism and commitment to maintaining law and order prevented what could have been a catastrophic escalation of violence.

Furthermore, we call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately rein in Mr. Oyetola and his faction of the APC in Osun State. It is imperative that the federal government does not allow political desperados to destabilize a state that has been enjoying relative peace under its current leadership. Any further attempt by these elements to incite violence must be met with decisive action to preserve democracy and public safety.

Finally, we urge the good people of Osun State to remain calm and resolute in the face of these provocations. We recognize the calculated efforts of Mr. Oyetola, Mr. Ajibola Bashir, and their ragtag army to instigate unrest, but we implore citizens to uphold peace and refuse to be drawn into their disruptive agenda. Osun State belongs to all its people, and no group, no matter how desperate, will be allowed to derail its progress.

Yours Sincerely,

Prince Abiodun David Olarinde

National Publicity Secretary General

Congress of Yoruba Leaders of Thought