IGP Finally Replies Osun Gov Adeleke After Accusing Him Of Being 'Undemocratic'
- Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun rejected claims by the Osun State PDP that he was working with the APC to enforce a “non-existent” court order
- Egbetokun clarified that the deployment of additional police personnel to Osun was solely in response to a request from the state's Commissioner of Police, aimed at maintaining law and order
- The IGP assured Osun residents that the situation was under control, urging them to go about their daily activities peacefully while emphasizing the importance of upholding the rule of law
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Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has dismissed allegations made by the Osun state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that he has no time for “careless talk.”
The PDP had accused the IGP of working with the All Progressives Congress (APC) to enforce what it described as a "non-existent" court ruling aimed at reinstating former local government chairmen.
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The party further claimed that the police leadership was attempting to create instability in the state and even posed a potential threat to Governor Ademola Adeleke’s safety.
During a press briefing in Osogbo on Wednesday, February 19, Osun PDP Chairman, Sunday Bisi, criticized the IGP’s alleged actions, stating:
"The Inspector General’s moves suggest a clear attempt to undermine democracy and impose a political agenda."
IGP: ‘I won’t waste time on baseless accusations’
Speaking at a police decoration event in Abuja on Thursday, February 20, Egbetokun dismissed the allegations as unreasonable, stating that he would not engage with claims lacking substance, The Punch reported.
"I saw the accusations, but I won’t dignify such nonsense with a response. What matters to me is addressing distortions of fact, but statements that defy logic don’t deserve my time," he said.
He further stated,
"I am too occupied with important matters to respond to baseless claims. This is not worth my attention."
Police presence in Osun was necessary – Egbetokun
Egbetokun clarified that the decision to send more officers to Osun was purely in response to a request from the state's Commissioner of Police for additional security personnel, Vanguard reported.
"Our duty is to respond when a Commissioner of Police calls for backup. We have strengthened security in Osun and deployed enough personnel to maintain order. There will be no further disruptions in the state," he assured.
Osun residents urged to stay calm
The IGP encouraged Osun citizens to continue with their daily activities without fear, assuring them that the situation was under control.
"I urge Osun residents to remain peaceful and law-abiding. There is no reason for panic. The rule of law must be upheld," he advised.
He concluded by stating,
"The state is now calm. Have you heard of any further unrest? Everything is under control.
Osun LGA crisis: Police warn APC, PDP
Previously, Legit.ng reported that the Nigeria Police Force has strongly condemned the violent clashes in Osun state, which have led to the destruction of property and loss of lives.
The police vowed to prosecute those responsible, emphasizing that such acts threaten democracy and public safety.
In a statement via X, issued by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police assured residents that efforts were underway to restore peace.
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