Gunmen on motorcycle attack, shoot Accord Party chairman in Osogbo
Chairman of Accord Party in Osogbo Local Government, Asimiyu Ajibola was on Wednesday attacked and shot by yet to be identified gunmen in Osogbo, the state capital.
According to reports, Ajibola was subsequently admitted for emergency treatment at the University of Osun Teaching Hospital.
In a statement on Thursday, Abiodun Ojelabi, police spokesperson in the state, said the command has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the shooting incident.
He said the attack occurred at about 11:50pm in the MDS area of Osogbo, when two armed men riding a motorcycle opened fire on the victim in what appeared to be an attempted assassination.
“Upon receiving the distress report, the police immediately mobilised tactical and conventional teams to the scene,” the statement reads.
“A team of police officers swiftly evacuated the victim to a medical facility where he is currently receiving treatment.
“Medical personnel have confirmed that Hon. Ajibola is in a stable condition and responding positively to treatment.”
The command said its operatives have launched an aggressive manhunt for the fleeing suspects with a view to apprehending and bringing them to justice.
According to the statement, preliminary investigations at the scene led to the recovery of exhibits, which are currently undergoing forensic analysis.
Ojelabi said Ibrahim Gotan, commissioner of police, strongly condemned the attack and ordered a high-powered investigation into the incident.
“He has directed all relevant investigative units to deploy every available resource to unravel the circumstances surrounding the attack, identify those responsible, and ensure their prompt arrest and prosecution,” he stated.
The command assured that no stone would be left unturned in the ongoing investigation and urged the public to remain calm, law-abiding, and provide credible information that could assist in tracking down the perpetrators.
The development comes amid growing concern over a wave of attacks across parts of the south-west.
On Wednesday, gunmen abducted Olaide John-Paul, younger sister of Adebayo Adelabu, former minister of power, alongside her twin sons in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital.
On Tuesday, the Oyo state police command said gunmen attacked the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) passport office in Ogbomoso, making away with a rifle, ammunition, and other valuables.
