The Osun State Government has inaugurated a Commission of Inquiry to investigate disturbances of public peace across the state last week, while the opposition All Progressives Congress, APC, rejected the panel, questioning its credibility and impartiality.
The commission, chaired by retired Justice Adekunle Adeigbe, was inaugurated at the Government House in Osogbo by Deputy Governor Prince Kola Adewusi on behalf of Governor Ademola Adeleke.
The panel was sworn in to investigate the causes of recent security disturbances and recommend measures to restore lasting peace.
Representing the governor, Adewusi described the assignment as vital to the state’s stability, urging the commission to carry out its work diligently and without fear or favour.
He said the panel’s findings should be guided by truth, facts, and justice and not sentiment, not pressure.
He added: “The government is committed to peace because without peace, there can be no development. We expect recommendations that will not only address what has happened, but also prevent future occurrences across all communities, towns, and villages in Osun.”
The Deputy governor also assured the commission of the government’s full support, including logistics, security and access to relevant agencies and official documents required for its assignment.
In his acceptance speech, Justice Adeigbe thanked the state government for the confidence reposed in the commission and pledged that its members would discharge their responsibilities with integrity, fairness and commitment to the rule of law.
“We promise to approach this task with the fear of God, fairness to all parties, and commitment to
