By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called for an immediate, thorough and transparent investigation into the recent killings in the state, urging security agencies to identify and prosecute all persons suspected to have participated in, sponsored or facilitated the violence.
Oyintiloye made the call while speaking with journalists on Sunday, 20 September, 2026, in Osogbo, against the backdrop of a recent intelligence alert by the Department of State Services (DSS) over possible attacks on vulnerable locations, particularly in the southern part of the country.
He urged President Bola Tinubu not to be distracted by the tactics of the opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections, advising the President to focus instead on governance and tackle head-on the security threats identified by security agencies.
“The President must urgently support security agencies to intensify surveillance, strengthen inter-agency collaboration and take proactive measures to safeguard lives and property amid emerging security concerns. Security agencies should be reinforced through heightened vigilance, improved intelligence gathering and coordinated preventive action nationwide,” he said.
The former lawmaker called on all relevant security agencies to work closely together, share intelligence, and strengthen surveillance and rapid response mechanisms, urging increased security around schools, places of worship, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) facilities, parks, garages and other vulnerable locations, especially with schools currently in session.
On the Osun killings, Oyintiloye appealed to all stakeholders, including transport workers, community leaders, traditional rulers and religious leaders, to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could assist investigations and prevent further violence.
“Security should be strengthened through intelligence, adequate training, equipment and resources to enable security agencies to forestall, prevent, detect and respond effectively to attacks by armed groups. If necessary, service chiefs should review and adjust their operational strategies without hesitation, as time is of the essence,” he said.
He further called on state governors to complement the President’s efforts by providing adequate support and resources to security agencies within their jurisdictions.
While acknowledging the President’s constitutional role as Chief Security Officer of the nation, Oyintiloye stressed that governors and local government chairmen, being closer to the grassroots, must take proactive measures to strengthen local intelligence and maintain peace.
He maintained that no nation could achieve meaningful development in an atmosphere of insecurity, noting that economic growth, infrastructure development, investment and social services thrive only in a peaceful environment.
“A nation with a strong and effective security system is better positioned for accelerated development, economic prosperity, and sustainable social services,” he said.
Oyintiloye rounded off his remarks by urging citizens to remain vigilant, cooperate with security agencies by providing timely and useful information, and continue to pray for peace, unity and progress in the country.
