Ekiti State governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has condemned the killings which occurred in some parts of Ado Ekiti, the state capital, restating his administration’s zero tolerance for cultism, violent activities and other forms of criminalities.
The governor who assured that the situation is under control said he has directed all security agencies in the state to take immediate and decisive action against those responsible for the attacks.
Oyebanji, stated that the government is fully committed to addressing the situation, urging the people of the state to remain calm and go about their daily activities unmolested.
He added that efforts were being made to flush criminal elements out of the state.
The governor who spoke at the official commissioning of a facility in Ado-Ekiti assured residents of the state and investors that Ekiti remains one of the safest states in the country, stressing that recent killings in parts of the state capital were being tackled by the security agencies.
Stressing the need for vigilance and community cooperation, the governor urged the youth to shun unlawful behaviours, emphasizing that leadership opportunities await those who prepare themselves diligently.
“What happened in the last few days is so unfortunate; we don’t have that history in Ekiti State. This is a new development but we are on top of it and we are monitoring the situation; we have the intelligence of those responsible. I have instructed the security agencies to go after them; they cannot turn Ekiti State into a haven of cult activities.
“I commiserate with the families of those who lost their loved ones. I also advise our young ones to desist from these nefarious activities.
“The state is one of the most secured states in the country. Even in the most secure countries in the world, we have pockets of criminalities. We have to be on top of the situation, and I can assure you that our government is on top of it.
“I urge our citizens and investors not to be discouraged by the development. We are working hard to rid the state of criminal and violent gangs and I covet the support and cooperation of the citizens to achieve this,” the governor said.