Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed an immediate investigation into the tragic killing of Hon. Richard Idowu, a United States-based Osun state Peoples Democratic Party chieftain.

Idowu was reportedly shot by a local hunter in his hometown in Ejigbo area of the state on Saturday.

In a statement released by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Sunday, Governor Adeleke also mandated an inquiry into the counter-killing at Ejigbo during the 50-year coronation celebration of the Ogiyan of Ejigbo, Oba Omowonuola Oyeyode Oyeyosin.

“The Governor who commiserates with the people of Ejigbo town directed law enforcement agencies to investigate the remote and immediate causes of the incident and ensure that the law takes its cause,” the statement reads.

“Urging families of the deceased not to take laws into their hands, the Governor has also dispatched a high-powered delegation to visit Ejigbo and ensure restoration of calm while the investigation continues.

“Members of the delegation include the Commissioner of Police, the State Commissioner for Chieftaincy and Local Government Affairs, the State Commissioner for Information, and the Special Adviser to the Governor of Security.

“What happened today at Ejigbo is really sad. I extend my condolences to the families of the deceased. I have directed an immediate investigation into the killings of Dr Richard Adeoriokin and the subsequent killing of his killer.

“I have also instructed the State Police Command to issue guidelines on the usage of local guns. Such regulations will enhance the safety and protection of the citizens especially at public functions,” the statement furthered.