The Accord Party has condemned the shooting of its chairman in Osun State, Asimiyu Ajibola, describing the attack as politically motivated and calling on security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation and bring those responsible to justice.

Ajibola was shot by suspected gunmen on Wednesday night in the MDS area of Osogbo, the Osun State capital. According to the Osun State Police Command, the assailants, who were riding on a motorcycle, opened fire on the politician in what authorities have described as an attempted murder. He was subsequently rushed to the Osun State University Teaching Hospital, where he is receiving treatment and is reported to be in stable condition. 

In a statement, the Accord Party strongly condemned the attack, alleging that it bore the hallmarks of political violence and urging law enforcement agencies to launch an immediate and impartial probe into the incident.

The Osun State Police Command confirmed that an investigation is underway. Police spokesperson Abiodun Ojelabi said officers responded swiftly to a distress call, evacuated the victim for medical treatment, and commenced a manhunt for the attackers. Preliminary investigations at the scene also led to the recovery of exhibits now undergoing forensic analysis. 

The Commissioner of Police in Osun State, Ibrahim Gotan, has ordered a high level investigation and directed relevant units to deploy all available resources to identify, apprehend, and prosecute those behind the attack. The police assured residents that no effort would be spared in uncovering the circumstances surrounding the shooting. 

The Osun State Government also condemned the incident and called for a comprehensive investigation. Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, described the attack as unfortunate and urged security agencies to pursue the case professionally and without bias. He noted that available indications suggested the incident may have political undertones. 

The shooting has heightened concerns about political violence and security in the state, with calls from political stakeholders and civil society groups for a transparent investigation to ensure accountability and prevent further attacks on political actors.