Olusola Oluokun, the chairman of Oyo East Local Government, was suspended by the Oyo State House of Assembly in response to a widely shared video that caused a great deal of controversy. Following the Assembly’s presentation of a Matter of Urgent Public Importance requesting a comprehensive investigation into Oluokun’s actions in the video, the suspension was declared on Thursday.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
According to The Nation, the video depicted Oluokun in a half-naked state, praising a political figure who supported his rise to the chairmanship.
In the footage, he also reportedly cursed those he viewed as enemies of his benefactor.
His behavior was deemed inappropriate for an elected official.
In response to the incident, the Assembly established a committee to investigate the matter.
Until the investigation is complete, the Vice Chairman will assume Oluokun’s duties.
Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin condemned the actions of the suspended chairman, stating that the Assembly would not tolerate such indecent conduct among public officials.
He emphasized that the swift action taken reflects the Assembly’s commitment to upholding the integrity and dignity of elected offices.
The situation highlights the ongoing efforts of the Oyo State Assembly to maintain standards of behavior among its elected representatives, reinforcing the importance of accountability in public service.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
