The Osun State Government has approached the High Court seeking an order compelling the Inspector-General of Police and the Commissioner of Police in the state to investigate Senator Francis Fadahunsi over alleged inciting remarks ahead of Saturday's governorship election.
The suit was filed following concerns over comments allegedly made by the senator, which the state government said could heighten tension and threaten the peace ahead of the election.
The government is asking the court to direct the police authorities to investigate the allegations and take appropriate action if the senator is found to have committed any offence.
The development comes as political activities intensify across Osun State ahead of the governorship poll, with security agencies and stakeholders expected to maintain peace and ensure that the election is conducted without violence.
The state government has also continued to call on political actors and their supporters to refrain from statements or actions capable of escalating tensions before, during, or after the election.
The police authorities have yet to publicly comment on the suit or the specific allegations against Fadahunsi as of the time of filing this report.
Further proceedings will determine whether the court will grant the reliefs sought by the Osun State Government.