Following the peace of peace in the hitherto warring communities of Ifon Orolu and Ilobu in Irepodun local government areas of Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke, has directed that the curfew imposed on the areas be lifted with effect from today.
A press statement signed by the commissioner for information and public enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, quoted Adeleke to have directed that the residents should go about their normal businesses without any hindrance or restriction in the two communities.
The statement read in part, “Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has viewed with satisfaction the return of peace to Ifon and Ilobu communities in Irepodun local government area.
“To this end, the curfew earlier imposed by the governor of Osun State Ademola Adeleke, in his capacity as the chief security officer of the state is hereby lifted with immediate effect beginning from tomorrow, Wednesday, December 20, 2023.
“While the Osun State government truly acknowledges that lasting peace and order may seem to have been restored, a 24 hour surveillance should still be strictly observed and maintained by the eagle eyed joint security task force in the two communities.
“Government uses this opportunity, to once again, thank and appreciate all those who, in one way or the other, contributed to the restoration of peace and order, before, during and after the unfortunate communal skirmishes.
“Finally, the Osun State government wishes all and sundry a merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2023 in advance in the two communities and Osun state at large.”
