Adeleke Commends Police Over Akinlalu Killings Probe, Urges Adherence To Rule Of Law

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for the swift response and ongoing investigation into the recent killings in Akinlalu, Ife North Local Government Area.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke expressed confidence in the investigation process and pledged the state government’s full cooperation to ensure justice is served.

While commiserating with the victims and their families, the Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that those responsible are brought to book, stressing that no one, regardless of status or influence, would be shielded from the law.

“No one or group, no matter how highly placed or connected, found to be culpable in one way or the other should be spared from facing the full brunt of the law,” Adeleke declared.

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The Governor, however, urged security agencies to strictly observe due process and uphold the rule of law throughout the investigation, emphasizing that innocent persons must be protected.

“Justice must not only be done but must be seen to be done. I will not condone any violation of the law or act of impunity. In this matter, the law must take its course,” he stated.

Governor Adeleke further called on all stakeholders, including the police, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Amotekun Corps, to maintain peace and order in the affected community while investigations continue.

The Akinlalu killings, which have drawn public concern across Osun State, are currently under active investigation by the Nigeria Police Force.