The Ido Ayegunle Descendant Union in Ido Ayegunle community in Osun State has paid tribute to four residents who lost their lives during a crisis that occurred in the community last year, describing them as heroes whose contributions and sacrifices would never be forgotten.
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The union also called on the Osun State Government and security agencies to intervene in what it described as renewed tension within the community.
The union also called on the Osun State Government and security agencies to intervene in what it described as renewed tension within the community.
In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its chairman, Paul Alani, the union said the deceased residents remained an important part of the community’s history and collective memory.
According to the statement, “They were not just victims; they were heroes of our land. These were men who gave their strength, their time, and their sweat to the growth and peace of Ido-Ayegunle. Their contributions to this community can never be erased, and we will never, ever forget them.”
The group added that the deceased had dedicated their lives to the development of the village.
“They lived for this village, and they died in the most painful circumstances. Their memories will continue to inspire us, and their legacy will remain a part of our history forever,” the statement said.
The union’s remarks come months after a violent incident in Ido-Ayegunle, located in Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State, in which four residents lost their lives.
The deceased were identified as Engineer Agboola Sunday, Kingsley Nwagbana, Rasak Adegoke and Olayinka Sodiq.
While honouring the victims, the union expressed concern over recent developments in the community, saying some damaged structures in the village had been affected by activities it observed in recent weeks.
“Just last week, we observed that some people came into our community and began removing burglary proofs and roofing sheets from the houses and the hall that were damaged during the crisis,” Alani said.
He noted that the development had raised concerns among residents about the future of the community.
“This is very troubling to us because it suggests a deeper intention. We fear that what remains of the village may eventually disappear, creating the impression that the community never existed or that no one lives here,” he said.
The union appealed to the state government and security agencies to take steps to prevent further tension and ensure the protection of lives and property.
“We are calling on the government to urgently intervene. This is not just about properties; it is about our identity, our existence, and our right to live peacefully in our ancestral home,” the statement added.
The union reiterated the community’s commitment to preserving its heritage while continuing to honour those who lost their lives during the crisis.
The union added that it remained hopeful that peace, justice and lasting stability would prevail in the area.
