Gov Adeleke Condemns Burning Of High Court Building In Ilesa

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has condemned the burning of Ilesa High Court 2 building by yet to be identified criminals, describing the arson as ‘an unjustifiable attack on the state judiciary’.

A statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com  by the governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed noted that the incident which happened overnight led to the destruction of court sensitive documents and exhibits with the entire building largely burnt to the ground.

The state fire service was mobilized to the scene of the incident, but the havoc was already over before their arrival. Reports indicated that files relating to sensitive court cases were destroyed.

The statement noted that Governor Adeleke has directed thorough investigation into the incident as well as beefing up of security across all court premises in the state.

‘Thorough investigation must be conducted by the security agencies to apprehend the suspects and ensure  that they face the consequences of their actions. I further direct security agencies to beef up surveillance at court buildings in the state.

Additionally, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice is to join hands with the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure for the immediate rehabilitation of the burnt down building’ the statement noted.

Governor Adeleke, who described the attack as a threat to democracy, said the judiciary remains the stabilizer and critical arbiter of the democratic process, urging support for the judiciary rather than attack on the important arm of government-Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com.  Thank you