Slain Osun LG Boss Remi Abass Laid To Rest 

The late Irewole Local Government council chairman, Mr. Remi Abass, was laid to rest amidst an outpouring of grief in Ikire, Osun State.

Residents mourned deeply, lamenting the tragic circumstances of his death despite his contributions to the community’s development.

Abass was killed during a violent clash between supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over control of local government council secretariats in the state.

The confrontation took place on Monday at the Irewole council headquarters in Ikire.

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At the burial ceremony, residents gathered in large numbers, condemning the brutal killing and expressing concerns over escalating political violence in the state.

In response to the tragedy, the APC in Osun State has directed its members and supporters to avoid council secretariats as a mark of respect for the slain chairman.

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State APC Chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, in a statement issued by the party’s Director of Publicity, Kola Olabisi, called on the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that Abass’ killers are brought to justice.

“The untimely and sudden killing of this peace-loving and dedicated politician is inhuman, wicked, and callous,” the statement read.

“As a party, we have directed all other council chairmen and their councillors to stay away from their respective council secretariats until further notice in honor of their fallen colleague. We assure you that Abass will not be killed in vain,” it added.

Lawal also commended local government chairmen for abiding by the recent Court of Appeal judgment, which affirmed their legitimacy in office.

The tragic killing of Remi Abass has intensified political tensions in Osun State, with many calling for peace and justice in the wake of the crisis.