Governor Adeleke to Osun Youths: Ask People Telling You to Cause Violence to Involve Their Children

Israel Adeleke

OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports that the Osun Governor, Ademola Adeleke, nicknamed by Nigerian as the "dancing governor" has advised youths in the state to resist being used as tools in communal clashes, adding that some people have lost their lives due to this violence.

OTN News further reports that Adeleke in a recent address, who counselled young people to question those inciting violence, advised the youths to ask those inciting violence to involve their own children if their intentions are genuine.

The Governor emphasised the need for peace and unity, cautioning against individuals who exploit youths to escalate conflicts while protecting their own families.

According to the governor, “Tell those pushing you to participate in communal clashes to bring in their children first.

”it is very sad that some people have lost their lives due to this violence. Some people in one way or the other would always start trouble.”

Adeleke, however, urged traditional rulers, community leaders and stakeholders to work together in resolving disputes amicably to prevent further unrest.