Owo Massacre: Aiyedatiwa Commends Judiciary, Security Agencies Over Death Sentence Of Suspected Terrorists
•By Admin
AKURE — AS the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Wednesday sentenced to death suspected terrorists that attacked St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has commended the Judiciary and security agencies for securing the conviction and death sentence of the four suspects.
It would be recalled that St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, was attacked on Sunday, June 5, 2022 by some terrorists killing 41 worshipers with several others injured.
Speaking on the judgement, Governor Aiyedatiwa described the court verdict as a victory for justice, the rule of law, and for all victims of the heinous attack.
He explained that “the diligence of the prosecution team, the thoroughness of investigators, and the courage of the judiciary have shown that government will not tolerate acts of terror or violence against its people.
“This judgment sends a clear message that those who take innocent lives will face the full weight of the law, no matter how long it takes” the governor said.
Also, the governor appreciated “the resilience of the people of Owo and the Catholic community who, despite the trauma, have remained steadfast and committed to peace.”
He, therefore, reassured all residents that his “administration will continue to work closely with security agencies to strengthen intelligence gathering, protect public spaces, and ensure such a tragedy never repeats itself in our state.”
Acknowledging the impossibility of reviving the dead, the governor said: “This judgment provides a measure of closure and hope that justice is possible.”
Aiyedatiew prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed and for God’s comfort for the families they left behind.
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