Ondo Gubernatorial Hopeful Detained With Activists On Police Wanted List – Governor Aiyedatiwa...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
The governor of Ondo State has confirmed the arrest and detention of Kunle Wizeman Ajayi, the African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate, along with other activists listed on the police’s wanted list…READ FULL ARTICLE
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, through his Senior Special Assistant on Strategic Communication, Allen Sowore, clarified that the police began profiling the suspects following their arrest on Day 10 of the #EndBadGovernance protest in Akure, the state capital.
Sowore emphasized that Governor Aiyedatiwa did not authorize the arrest and opposed any attempt to politicize the situation.
He stated: “Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa wishes to clarify misconceptions surrounding the detention of Mr. Kunle Ajayi, the AAC’s 2024 Ondo State governorship candidate. The governor was not made aware of the arrest until the evening of August 10, 2024, when security chiefs provided him with an update.
“The governor learned that the protest marking the 10th day of the #EndBadGovernance movement had been infiltrated by criminal elements. The police are responsible for maintaining order and ensuring safety, which is their constitutional role.
“Thus, it is incorrect and politically motivated to associate the governor with the arrest. The governor was informed that Mr. Ajayi was detained along with other individuals on the police’s wanted list.
“The police will carry out their preliminary investigations and follow the appropriate procedures. As the Chief Security Officer of the state, Governor Aiyedatiwa remains dedicated to upholding the rights and safety of all citizens, regardless of their political affiliations, tribes, or religions….READ FULL ARTICLE
