Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Friday said his administration had concluded plan to constitute a commission of inquiry over politically motivated killings recorded during the build up to tomorrow’s governorship election in the state.

He disclosed that the inquiry which will be inaugurated next week Monday after the conclusion of Saturday’s election results will probe circumstances leading to the killing of all the victims.

Addressing a press conference in Government House, Adeleke, whose address was read on his behalf by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi,  expressed condolences to the families of all persons who have tragically lost their lives in incidents of violence during this election period.

Describing election as seasonal, the governor said “we will remain one people. We owe the dead justice, their families compassion, and the people of Osun a peaceful future.”

Adeleke stated: Every life lost is an Osun life. Politics should never cost anyone his or her life, irrespective of political affiliation.

“The government under my watch wishes to assure the people of Osun State that next week Monday, immediately after the election, an Independent Commission of Inquiry will be constituted to investigate all reported killings and acts of violence connected with this election period.

“The commission will establish the circumstances surrounding these incidents and recommend appropriate actions to ensure that everyone responsible is brought to justice, regardless of political affiliation, position or influence.

The government will also put in place a framework to support and compensate the families of those who lost their lives. The memories of all victims will be appropriately honoured.