Police in Osun State issue a warning against any attempt to forcefully take over local government areas or their secretariats. The Osun State Police Command says it is responding to reports that some individuals or groups plan to occupy local government premises and control local government affairs.
The police statement, issued by the state Commissioner of Police (Election), Samuel Etaifo Erale, urges residents and interested parties to remain patient and allow processes to proceed through legal channels. All outlets report that the dispute is before the courts, and that the police do not want any actions that could escalate tensions or disrupt court proceedings.
While the reports differ slightly in wording—some refer to the “takeover of LGs,” others specify “forceful takeover of LG secretariats”—they convey the same core message: people should not attempt to seize control of local government facilities or operations during an ongoing court case.
