Erin-Osun Vanguards Dismiss Ilobu’s Allegations As Baseless And Unfounded
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The Erin-Osun Vanguards have strongly refuted allegations from Ilobu town suggesting that Erin-Osun has joined forces with Ifon-Osun to attack Ilobu in the wake of the recent communal clash in Osun State.
In a statement signed by Omooba Olusola Adeyemo, the group described the accusations as baseless and unfounded, emphasizing that the people of Erin-Osun had no involvement in the violent conflict between Ilobu and Ifon-Osun, which led to loss of lives and destruction of property.
“We would like to state that Erin-Osun people are peaceful and law-abiding, and we are not easily provoked. This latest communal clash has nothing to do with us, and we are not taking sides with either of the towns,” the statement read.
The group called on the federal government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Osun State government under Governor Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke to conduct a thorough investigation into the crisis. They reaffirmed their neutrality in the matter and urged authorities to take decisive action to restore peace.
Furthermore, the Erin-Osun Vanguards cautioned Ilobu leaders against what they termed a “campaign of calumny” against the people of Erin-Osun. They warned that if the accusations persist, legal action would be taken to seek redress.
The statement was also copied to key stakeholders, including Governor Ademola Adeleke, the Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbeyemi, and other prominent figures.
