Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammad Matawalle has expressed concern on the recent incidents in the local government councils in Osun and called on security agencies to take proactive measures to maintain law and order in the state.
By Emma Ogbuehi
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammad Matawalle has expressed concern on the recent incidents in some local government councils in Osun and called on security agencies to take proactive measures to maintain law and order in the state.
The Minister decried the recent incident in which some lives were lost, stressing that such avoidable occurrence should not be allowed to continue.
“As a minister of state for defence, my duty also includes protection of lives and properties of all citizens”, Matawalle stated in a release by Iyogun Sunday, for Director Information and Public Relations in the Ministry.
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The Minister affirmed the President Bola Tinubu administration’s dedication to ensuring that democratic principles are respected and upheld at all levels of governance.
Matawalle urged all stakeholders, political leaders, community members, and civil society organizations to respect the rule of law and engage in constructive dialogue. He stressed the importance of collaboration in fostering a peaceful and conducive environment in Osun State, which is vital for the progress and development of the region.
Furthermore, he called on the citizens of Osun to remain calm and avoid actions that could escalate tensions, assuring them that the federal government is committed to ensuring their safety as security has been elevated. He reiterated that maintaining peace is paramount and that the government will support all efforts aimed at achieving stability and harmony within the state.
Matawalle concluded by reaffirming the administration’s resolve to protect the democratic rights of all citizens and to work tirelessly towards a peaceful Nigeria, where justice prevails and the rule of law is upheld.
