Unidentified individuals have set the Ilesa High Court 2 building ablaze in the Ilesa West local government area of Osun State.
It was gathered that the incident occurred overnight, resulting in the destruction of sensitive court documents and exhibits, with the entire building being largely burnt to the ground.
It was learnt that the State Fire Service was mobilized to the scene, but the havoc was already over by the time of their arrival.
Reacting to development, Governor Ademola Adeleke, directed thorough investigation into the incident as well as beefing up security across all court premises in the state.
“Thorough investigation must be conducted by the security agencies to apprehend the suspects and ensure they face the consequences of their actions. I further direct security agencies to beef up surveillance across the various court buildings.
“Additionally, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice is to join hands with the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure for the immediate rehabilitation of the burnt down building.” the statement noted.
Governor Adeleke who described the attack as a threat to democracy said the judiciary remains the stabilizer and critical arbiter of the democratic process, urging support rather than attack for the judiciary.
