Higher Program Officer
April 3, 2025
Ilobu/Ifon Conflict: Camping for Displaced People Underway.
OSOGBO- 03/04/2025- osunstate.gov.ng
In line with the directive of Governor Ademola Adeleke, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Emergency Management, Hon. Emiola Fakeye has led the Emergency Response Team to Ifon Osun, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun to assess the displaced people’s camps suggested by the traditional rulers of these communities.
The emergency response team included representatives from the Department of State Services (DSS), health practitioners from the Ministry of Health, the Osun State Primary Health Care Development Agency, Osun Health Insurance Scheme, the Red Cross Society, the Hospitals Management Board, Osun State Emergency Management Agency (OSEMA) staff, the Divisional Police Officers (DPO) of each community, and other stakeholders.
It will be recalled that Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, directed the immediate establishment of three holding camps for displaced persons from Ifon Osun, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun Each community was tasked with selecting a suitable location, such as town halls or any other appropriate venue.
Hon. Emiola urged the traditional rulers to release a temporary location to shelter the displaced residents who are currently homeless. He emphasized that Governor Adeleke prioritizes the safety and well-being of his people and is committed to preventing undue hardship.
In response, the traditional rulers proposed locations they deemed suitable for their communities. The response team conducted site visits to evaluate the suggested locations.
Hon. Emiola acknowledged that while the proposed sites were acceptable, they required essential repairs and amenities, including borehole water supply, toilets, and mosquito nets. He assured the communities that urgent measures would be taken to enhance security and ensure the camps’ suitability.
In the same vein, the General Manager of Osun State Emergency Management Agency, Mr. Abiola Oni, stated that the essence of securing a camp for the displaced residents in the three communities is for the state government to be able to take adequate care of their shelter, health, feeding, and security.
Additionally, the DPO of Ifon, Mr. Albert Olorunwa, recommended that selected locations should be fenced to enhance security.
The government health practitioners on the ground also explained that the camps would provide easy accessibility to immunization for both children and pregnant women that are due in the areas.
In their separate remarks, the traditional rulers expressed their gratitude to Governor Ademola Adeleke for his commitment to the safety and welfare of their people. They prayed for continued success in his administration.
Signed:
Hon. Emiola Fakeye,
Special Adviser to the Governor on Emergency Management.
