Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has promised a political healing process after the recent governorship election and announced plans for a commission of inquiry into election related violence.
Adeleke made the announcement in a statewide broadcast marking the 35th anniversary of the creation of Osun State.
The address came less than two weeks after the August 15 governorship election.
The campaign period had been marked by intense political rivalry, allegations of intimidation and reports of violence.
Adeleke said the state needed reconciliation across political divides and promised to govern with fairness and inclusiveness.
He expressed sympathy for families who lost relatives and people who sustained injuries during the election period.
The governor said the proposed commission would investigate the causes and circumstances of the violence and recommend measures to prevent a recurrence.
The full terms of reference and membership of the commission were not contained in the source material.
Adeleke said the recent experience demonstrated the need for stronger respect for democratic rules and the rule of law.
He urged political actors and supporters to avoid conduct capable of threatening peace.
The governor said his administration would reach out to opposition stakeholders and focus on rebuilding trust after the election.
The initiative follows earlier public calls by political leaders in the state for supporters to remain peaceful.
Adeleke said the anniversary of Osun’s creation should become a moment not only for reflecting on development but also for strengthening democratic coexistence.
The success of the reconciliation effort will depend on whether political parties, security agencies and affected communities participate in the process and accept its outcomes.
