PDP Leaders Attacked In Idanre, Ondo Police Command Launches Investigation

By Ayodele Oni

As political parties in Ondo are round off campaigns for Saturday’s Governorship election, the home town of Ade Adetimehin, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), Idanre, has been turned to a battle ground by suspected thugs.

Some armed persons suspected to be political thugs, in early hours of Wednesday, attacked some members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Idanre Local Government Area of the state.

Director, Media and Publicity of PDP in the local government and a chieftain of the party, Mr Adeyemi Fasoranti, and Hon Bosede Agbaje Salami respectively alleged that the attackers were suspected APC thugs.

They said the attack came as a result of the successful campaign of PDP on Tuesday.

The Ondo State Police Command has ordered an intensive investigation into the incident, which happened after the command had brokered peace among politicians in the area.

Command’ spokesperson, Funmilayo Odunlami, stated in a statement that “the command has intensified efforts in addressing the Idanre rivalry incident, which has surfaced amidst preparations for the 2024 Ondo State governorship election.

“In light of recent developments, the Commissioner of Police, CP Abayomi Peter Oladipo, has directed the State Criminal Investigations Department (SCID) to launch a full-scale investigation into the matter.

“It is important to note that CP Oladipo had previously convened a peace meeting on November 12, 2024, bringing together leaders of the two major political parties in the area.

“During the meeting, he urged them to maintain peace and take all necessary precautions to prevent their supporters from inciting violence. Despite these efforts, however, disturbances erupted overnight, resulting in shootings and a breakdown of public order.

“The case, which has escalated into violence and attempted murder, is currently under investigation to ensure that those responsible are held accountable and that peace is restored in the area, particularly at such a critical juncture in the state’s history.

“The CP has made it clear that the Command will exercise zero tolerance towards any individual or group, whether directly or indirectly involved, who engages in or permits actions that could disrupt the peace before, during, or after the election.

“He calls on parents, community leaders, and influential figures to warn their followers, children, and loved ones to avoid any form of disruptive behavior during this period.”