Tension Eases In Ifon-Ilobu As Adeleke Relaxes Curfew Hours

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has adjusted the curfew imposed on Ifon and Ilobu communities due to ongoing land disputes.

According to the state’s Commissioner for Information, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, the decision to ease the curfew follows a gradual restoration of peace in the affected areas.

He emphasized that security agencies will continue to enforce the curfew while maintaining round-the-clock surveillance to ensure stability.

Governor Adeleke expressed satisfaction with the progress toward peace in the communities, acknowledging that while full stability has yet to be achieved, the situation is improving.

“In light of this, the Governor has ordered the relaxation of the initial 7 PM to 7 AM curfew, reducing it to a six-hour restriction from 10 PM to 4 AM, effective Sunday, March 2, 2025. This measure will remain in place until peace is fully restored,” Alimi stated.

Additionally, Governor Adeleke has directed security personnel, including the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police, and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, to maintain 24-hour surveillance in the area.

The Governor also urged the communities to embrace peace and avoid any further conflict. He called on residents, traditional rulers, and stakeholders to use the holy month of Ramadan to pray for lasting harmony.

“All stakeholders must cooperate with the state government in resolving the disputes amicably. I also reiterate my warning that anyone caught instigating further violence will face the full force of the law,” he added.