The Osun State Police command has arrested three persons so far in connection with an alleged attack on Governor Gboyega Oyetola, his wife, Alhaja Kafayat Oyetola, members of the state cabinet and other dignitaries during the cross over event held in the wee hours of January 1, Daily Independent has reported.
The cross over event was an entertainment night programme, fireworks and prayer session organised by the Osun State government to usher in the New Year in the state.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Folasade Odoro, confirmed the arrest, saying the command had commenced interrogation of the suspects over the unfortunate incident.
InsightMedia has reported that some miscreants had attempted to throw stones towards the direction of dignitaries, including the governor, his wife, Deputy Governor, Mr Benedict Alabi, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prince Wole Oyebamiji, Chief of Staff to Governor, Dr. Charles Akinola, State APC Chairman, Gboyega Famodun, cabinet members and other invited guests at the event.
The action disrupted the event as everything ended abruptly.
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