Tensions are high in Osun State because a three-person panel led by Justice Tetse Kume is about to make a decision on the governorship election petition filed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Gboyega Oyetola, against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Ademola Adeleke.
The panel will determine the outcome of the governorship election held on July 16, 2022, in which Adeleke was declared the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
APC and Oyetola are challenging the victory, claiming that Adeleke did not secure a majority of lawful votes and that there were inconsistencies in the certificates presented by Adeleke.
As the tribunal prepares to deliver its judgment, the Osun State Police Command has issued a warning against any potential disturbance of law and order.
The police have stated that they have put in place necessary security measures and are working in collaboration with other security agencies in the state.
The statement reads, “Osun State Police Command wishes to assure the general public, especially the good people of the state, of adequate security before, during, and beyond the judgment.
“The Police, in collaboration with other security agencies in the state, have put all necessary security measures in place to deal decisively within the ambit of the law with anyone, group of persons who might attempt to foment trouble.
“Therefore, Osun State Police Command is using this medium to appeal to parents and guardians to warn their children and wards to stay out of trouble/violence. They should not allow themselves to be used by any vicious politicians to cause a crisis in the state, as the command will not tolerate any kind of thuggery or hooliganism.”
