Why we deployed operatives to Awujale palace – Ogun police

By Abiodun Lawal

The Police have explained why it deployed operatives to the palace of Awujale of Ijebuland in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.

The Ogun Police Command said this while dismissing reports alleging that the Awujale Palace was under siege by thugs and miscreants in a statement issued by DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the command’s spokesperson in Abeokuta on Wednesday.

The Ogun Command, in the statement, said the deployment of the operative to Awujale palace was a preventive security measure aimed at safeguarding lives and property and preventing any breakdown of public peace.

Babaseyi added that an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) was deployed to supervise and coordinate the security arrangement at the palace.

The police spokesperson also clarified that one person had been invited following a written petition containing allegations against him.

According to him, the person honoured the invitation, was questioned over the allegations and subsequently released on self-recognisance, while investigations continued.

Babaseyi stressed that the invitation was part of a legitimate investigative process and should not be interpreted as an indication of guilt.

He reiterated the command’s commitment to professionalism, impartiality, the rule of law and respect for the rights of all individuals.

“Members of the public should remain calm, disregard misleading reports and avoid circulating unverified information capable of creating tension or disturbing public peace.

“The command is committed to protecting lives and property, maintaining public order and enforcing the law impartially across the state,”he said.

The Awujale stool became vacant in July 2025, following the death of Oba Sikiru Adetona at 91, after 65 years reign.

(NAN)