The Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has condemned the recent killings which occurred in some parts of the state capital, saying that some unscrupulous elements in the state perpetrated them.
According to the VANGUARD, Oyebanji, who spoke with Journalists in Ado-Ekiti, stated that security agencies had swung into action and would bring the masterminds of the killings to justice.
He went further to assure residents of the State and investors that Ekiti remains one of the safest states in the country, stressing that the security agencies are tackling recent killings in parts of the state capital.
Assuring that the situation is under control, the Governor said he has directed all security agencies in the state to take immediate and decisive action against those responsible for the attacks, adding that the government is fully committed to addressing the situation.
He urged the state’s people to remain calm and go about their daily activities unmolested, adding that all efforts are being made to flush criminal elements out of the state.
“What happened in the last few days is unfortunate; we don’t have that history in Ekiti State. This is a new development; we are on top of it, monitoring the situation, and we have intelligence on 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 secure 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 our Government is on top of the problem.
“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.”
