Osun Governor Demands Arrest of Senator Fadahunsi Over Alleged Killing Threat

Osun State Governor Adeleke has demanded the arrest and prosecution of Senator Fadahunsi over an alleged threat to kill, which went viral. Fadahunsi has since clarified his comments, stating he meant to 'kill Accord' with votes, not violence.

11 Aug, 17:19 — 11 Aug, 18:21

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This story highlights political tensions within Osun State, involving high-profile figures like the Governor and a Senator. Allegations of killing threats, especially from public officials, are serious and can have significant implications for public safety and political stability.

Key entitiesAdemola Adeleke Francis Fadahunsi Tunji Disu Osun State

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Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke demanded the arrest and prosecution of Senator Francis Fadahunsi.
The demand was made to the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu.
The reason for the demand is an alleged killing threat made by Senator Fadahunsi in a viral video.

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Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke called on the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to order the arrest and prosecution of Senator Francis Fadahunsi.

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The demand is in response to a viral video where Senator Francis Fadahunsi allegedly called for killing.

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punch-ngMostly Factual18h ago

Adeleke demands arrest of Osun senator over killing threat

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke demands the immediate arrest and investigation of Senator Francis Fadahunsi over a viral video allegedly calling for ki Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-demands-arrest-of-osun-senator-over-killing-threat/

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vanguard-ngMixed17h ago

Adeleke to IGP: Arrest, prosecute Osun senator over alleged killing threat

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo OSOGBO — Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to order the arrest and prosecution of Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, over an alleged threat to kill members of the Accord Party. A video circulating on social media purportedly showed Fadahunsi […] The post Adeleke to IGP: Arrest, prosecute Osun senator over alleged killing threat appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Osun Governor Demands Arrest of Senator Fadahunsi Over Alleged Killing Threat

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Adeleke demands arrest of Osun senator over killing threat

Adeleke to IGP: Arrest, prosecute Osun senator over alleged killing threat

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Adeleke demands arrest of Osun senator over killing threat

Adeleke to IGP: Arrest, prosecute Osun senator over alleged killing threat

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