The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has cautioned the All Progressives Congress (APC) against plunging Osun State into chaos, urging adherence to the rule of law and discouraging any attempt to resort to self-help.
Speaking on behalf of the forum in Osogbo, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, alongside PDP Governors’ Forum Chairman and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, emphasized the need for a lawful resolution of any grievances related to the local government election.
According to a statement by Olawale Rasheed, the Spokesperson to the Osun State Governor, the two governors attended the swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected local government chairmen in a show of solidarity with Governor Ademola Adeleke.
The forum reminded those instigating unrest in Osun to reflect on history and learn from it, warning against actions that could destabilize the state over a matter that could be resolved legally.
Urging the APC to desist from interference, Governor Makinde advised aggrieved parties to seek legal redress instead of taking the law into their own hands.
According to the Oyo State governor, the PDP and its governors remain committed to delivering democratic dividends to the people, adding, “My brother is delivering on his promises to the people of Osun State.
“If anybody has a judgment, there is a procedure for enforcement of court decisions. It is illegal to resort to self-help,” Makinde stated.
Amid an ongoing leadership crisis at the local government level, Governor Adeleke instructed the newly elected chairmen and councillors to refrain from forcefully occupying council secretariats. “An Osun State High Court had affirmed the vacancies in both the chairman and councillor positions in all of Osun State’s local governments before your election on February 22, 2025. We will, therefore, rely on the judiciary to ensure a peaceful removal of those illegally occupying the local government secretariats,” he assured.
Speaking on behalf of the newly elected officials, Ifelodun Local Government Chairman, Hon. Sarafadeen Awotunde expressed appreciation to the electorate, the PDP, and the state government for ensuring a smooth electoral process.
“On behalf of my colleagues, we pledge our loyalty to the people and the constitution. We will not fail the electorate,” Awotunde vowed.
•Photo Caption: Seyi Makinde, Bala Mohammed and Ademola Adeleke
