*Photo: Hon. Ashimiyu Ajibola*
The Osun State Police Command says it has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the shooting incident targetted at the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osogbo Local Government, Hon. Ashimiyu Ajibola on Wednesday night.
DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, Police Public Relations Officer, Osun State Command, said this in a statement on Thursday, describing the incident as “an apparent attempted murder.”
According to Ojelabi, “The incident occurred yesterday June 3, 2026 at about 2350hrs (11:50 PM) along the MDS area of Osogbo when two armed men riding on a motorcycle reportedly attacked the victim in an apparent attempted murder. Upon receiving the distress report, the Police immediately mobilized tactical and conventional teams to the scene.
”A team of Police officers swiftly evacuated the victim to a medical facility where he is currently receiving treatment. Medical personnel have confirmed that Hon. Ajibola is in a stable condition and responding positively to treatment.
”Simultaneously, other operational teams launched an aggressive pursuit of the fleeing suspects in an effort to apprehend them and bring them to justice. Preliminary investigation at the scene led to the recovery of exhibits which are currently being subjected to forensic analysis.
”The Commissioner of Police, Osun State Command, CP Ibrahim Gotan, mnips, uterly condemned this act and has ordered a high-powered investigation into the incident. He has directed all relevant investigative units to deploy every available resource to unravel the circumstances surrounding the attack, identify those responsible, and ensure prompt arrest and prosecution.
”The Command wishes to assure members of the public that no stone will be left unturned in the ongoing investigation. Citizens are urged to remain calm, law-abiding, and provide credible information that may assist the police in tracking down the perpetrators.”