US EditionNigeria: Suspected Arsonists Torch Osun High Court Building, Governor Condemns Attack
- In September 2024, fires damaged the Kwara State High Court complex in Ilorin and an Osun State High Court building.
- Court buildings have been targets of arson and vandalism, particularly during periods of unrest in Nigeria.
- The Ilesa High Court 2 attack occurred on a Sunday night, resulting in extensive damage, including loss of case files.
- Governor Adeleke called the incident a "threat to democracy" and directed security agencies to launch an investigation.
- The governor is collaborating with officials to rehabilitate the court, and security will be increased at court premises.
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Gov Adeleke condemns alleged burning of Ilesa High Court 2 building
Governor Ademola Adeleke has condemned the alleged burning of Ilesa High Court 2 building by yet to be identified criminals, describing the arson as an unjustifiable attack on the state judiciary. DAILY POST gathered that the incident which occurred overnight led to the destruction of court sensitive documents and exhibits with the entire building which were largely burnt to the ground. Reports from eyewitnesses also indicated that files relatin…
Osun Renovates Torched Ilesa High Court, Vows to Nab Arsonists
The Osun State government has launched a comprehensive renovation of Court Room 2 at the Ilesa High Court, which was gutted by a suspected arson attack, and vowed that the perpetrators will face justice, as announced on April 22, 2025. The fire, which caused extensive damage to judicial records and infrastructure, was described as a deliberate act to undermine the state’s legal system, prompting a manhunt for the culprits.Governor Ademola Adelek…
Governor Adeleke Condemns Arson Attack on Ilesa High Court as 'Assault on Democracy'
OSOGBO, Nigeria – Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has strongly condemned the arson attack on the Ilesa High Court, describing it as a criminal assault on the state’s judiciary. The incident, which took place in the early hours of Monday, April 21, 2025, resulted in the complete destruction of the court building and the loss of sensitive documents and exhibits. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Malam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke calle…
Osun Govt Vows To Rebuild Court Destroyed By Fire — Akelicious
The Osun State Government has said the suspected arsonists behind the burning down of the Court Room 2 in Ilesa High Court would not escape without paying for the crime they committed. This was disclosed by the State Commissioner for Justice and the Attorney General, Oluwole Jimi-Bada, after inspecting the burnt High Court building on Tuesday. The PUNCH reports that the High Court 2 building was razed by suspected arsonists, drawing condemnation…
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