Adeleke Addresses Cult Violence in Osun State Security Meeting

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has summoned heads of security agencies in response to a surge in violence, particularly killings linked to rival cult groups. The meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, aims to address these security breaches and discuss strategies to enhance safety in the state.

Samuel Ojo, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, stated that the meeting will also focus on making forests safer, especially following the recent killing of an ISWAP leader in Owo, Ondo State. Ojo emphasized the importance of the meeting in reassuring the public and ensuring that security agencies remain vigilant.

He warned that the state would not tolerate the use of forests as hideouts for criminals and stressed the need to stop the ongoing killings to protect Osun's reputation. Ojo noted that the motivations behind the violence are unclear and urged perpetrators to cease their actions or face severe consequences.