The Osun Police Command has launched an investigation into the widespread destruction of campaign billboards.
This is contained in a statement by Osun Police Spokesperson, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, in Osogbo.
“The police condemns the destruction of billboards and other government symbols within the state and has launched an investigation to identify, arrest, and prosecute perpetrators.
“Destruction of billboards is capable of inciting tension, causing unnecessary unrest, and undermining efforts aimed at promoting the relative peace of the state,” he said.
The police command therefore urged all political parties, candidates and their supporters to conduct their activities within the ambit of the law and in strict compliance with the provisions of the Electoral Act.
“Political actors are advised to play according to the rules by embracing peaceful engagement, political tolerance, and lawful conduct, while refraining from acts capable of causing breakdown of law and order in the state,” he said.
He said the State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan hereby warns all individuals or groups involved in these acts to desist forthwith.
He said the command would not tolerate any form of criminality capable of disrupting public peace.
He urged residents to remain law-abiding, refrain from taking law into their hands and report suspicious movements or persons involved such act and other related crimes to the nearest police station.
He assured residents of the police commitment to the protection of lives and property and urges all stakeholders to join hands in preserving public infrastructure and maintaining peace across the state (NAN)
