Osun State Governor, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola has suspend the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on the state.
This was contained in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Wole Oyebamiji, on Friday
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“The
Government of the State of Osun notes the high level of compliance with
the 24-hour curfew earlier declared to forestall breakdown of law and
order.
We
commend the residents and citizens of Osun for their show of
understanding and cooperation in the last 48 hours of the curfew.
We equally commend our youths for displaying high sense of maturity in carrying out their protest.
After
reviewing the situation of the last 48 hours and following the
inauguration of the State’s Judicial Panel of Inquiry on Police
Brutality, the Governor, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, hereby suspends the
24-hour curfew, effective from today, Friday, October 23, 2020 till
further notice.
The
suspension is to allow members of the public approach the Panel to make
their submissions and to go about their lawful businesses.
However, Government will not hesitate to reinstate the curfew should the need arise.
Government
remains committed to the cause of our youths and the #EndSARS
protesters and shall take every necessary step to ensure that their
demands are met.
Considering
Government’s commitment and determination to meet the demands of the
protesters, we appeal to the protesting youths to suspend their protest
and engage Government in a dialogue.
All
citizens and residents are enjoined to be peaceful and to be law
abiding as all efforts shall be made to protect them and their property.
May God continue to bless and keep the State of Osun, Oyebamiji Said.
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