Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has taken necessary steps to ensure peace in Ajase-Ipo, Irepodun Local Government.
He has also clarified that there was no clash between the people of Ajase-Ipo and the Fulani or Bororo community, saying the penultimate Friday incident in Kara (Ajase-Ipo) involved some cattle traders in Kara and members of a group who were traveling through the area from a neighboring state.
The governor visited the Kara market and the palace of the Olupo of Ajase-Ipo where he met with different community leaders and commiserate with those affected.
He urged citizens to avoid resorting to violence for whatever reasons.
Governor AbdulRazaq also commended the Olupo of Ajase-Ipo , Oba Ismail Yahya Alebiosu and the security agencies for acting swiftly to prevent escalation of the crisis.
‘There is really no reason to continue to point fingers. What happened was regrettable and we sincerely commiserate with families who lost their loved ones and properties. The violence was needless. We also in the name of God do not need a cycle of violence; I appeal to everyone to let go and avoid further violence.
Going forward, a government committee will look into how to prevent such a crisis in the future, including creating a setback for markets like the Kara in Ajase-Ipo which are so close to the highway. Again, I appeal to all persons involved to shun blame games and anything that may trigger violence’, he said.
