Chairman, South west governors' forum, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has expressed shock and condemnation of the attack on people at Igangan, Ibarapa, Oyo state. He said that such cowardly onslaught on the peaceful community has caused the loss of. lives and property on a large scale, describing it as horrendous, callous and highly provocative. Governor Akeredolu stated that security agencies have directed to get to the root or this latest act of provocation, adding that commanders of the south west security network, Amotekun, have been directed to console a joint security meeting of all commanders in the south west with a view of commencing joint operations in the region. We must reiterate the fact that certain elements are bent on causing friction among the peoples of this country with the sole aim of achieving a pernicious end. They will stop at nothing until their set goal is realized. It is, therefore, incumbent on all lovers of peace and freedom to rise against this current regression into savagery, he said. While calling on people to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movement, the governor said that governors of the south west are resolved to defend it's people, their property, and all legitimate means of livelihood against both internal and external aggression We must be united in the task of defending our lives and properties. We cannot afford to fail, he added.
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