The former Chairman of Irewole Local Government, Osun State, Mr. Remi Abass, was laid to rest on Tuesday in his hometown, following his tragic murder at the hands of hoodlums. The burial, conducted according to Islamic rites, drew a large crowd of mourners who were visibly shaken and in tears.
Mr. Abass had recently been reinstated by the Court of Appeal just a week prior to his death. He was killed during a violent altercation while attempting to reclaim the council secretariat in Ikire. The clash resulted in several injuries, and chaos ensued as armed assailants took to the highway, firing shots into the air, which caused widespread panic among residents and forced motorists to divert their routes.
Islamic clerics led the funeral prayers, offering heartfelt supplications for the deceased, emphasizing the community’s grief and the loss of a leader who had just begun to regain his position.
This incident underscores the ongoing crisis within the local government in Osun State, which has seen an alarming rise in violence and political unrest. The community has called for justice and accountability in the wake of this brutal murder.
As the people of Osun mourn the loss of Mr. Abass, questions remain about the safety and stability of local governance in the region. The political landscape continues to be fraught with tension, and many are demanding urgent action to restore peace.
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