Asimiyu Ajibola, Chairman of the Accord Party in Osun State, is receiving treatment at the University of Osun Teaching Hospital after surviving a gun attack by suspected assassins in Osogbo.

The incident occurred late Wednesday night in the MDS area of the state capital, prompting the Osun State Police Command to launch an investigation.

Police Confirm Attack

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, said the attack happened at about 11:50 p.m. when two armed men riding a motorcycle opened fire on Ajibola.

According to the police, the assailants fled the scene immediately after the shooting.

“Upon receiving the distress report, the police immediately mobilised tactical and conventional teams to the scene,” the statement said.

“A team of police officers swiftly evacuated the victim to a medical facility where he is currently receiving treatment.”

Victim Responding to Treatment

The police disclosed that medical personnel confirmed Ajibola was in stable condition and responding positively to treatment.

Investigators also recovered exhibits from the scene, which have been sent for forensic analysis as part of efforts to identify those behind the attack.

The command said operatives have launched a manhunt for the suspects and are working to ensure their arrest and prosecution.

Commissioner Orders Full Investigation

Osun State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan, condemned the attack and directed relevant units to intensify investigations.

“He has directed all relevant investigative units to deploy every available resource to unravel the circumstances surrounding the attack, identify those responsible, and ensure their prompt arrest and prosecution,” Ojelabi stated.

The police assured residents that no stone would be left unturned in the investigation and appealed to members of the public to provide useful information that could aid ongoing efforts.

Rising Security Concerns

The attack comes amid growing security concerns across parts of the South-West region.

On Wednesday, gunmen abducted Olaide John-Paul, younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, alongside her twin sons in Ibadan, Oyo State.

A day earlier, gunmen reportedly attacked a Nigeria Immigration Service office in Ogbomoso and carted away a rifle, ammunition and other valuables.