Thugs Attack Obesere At Ondo Burial, Guests Flee As Equipment Is Destroyed

The violent incident occurred at the Government Field, Okitipupa, where the artist and his band were performing for guests.

A witness, Bosede Akinyemi, who confirmed the development on Saturday to The Nation, said the hoodlums arrived unexpectedly and unleashed chaos, forcing guests to run for safety.

“I was at the party yesterday (Friday). It was a very shameful act as the group of boys, who were known thugs in the community, caused trouble. They attacked Obesere and his band while they were entertaining guests,” she said.

Akinyemi added that some band members were assaulted and expensive musical equipment was vandalised.

“They pounced on some of Obesere’s boys and destroyed his equipment. You needed to see how I grabbed my shoes and ran. I heard one of the band members was stabbed while trying to repel the attack,” she added.

Reacting, the Chairman of Okitipupa LGA, Hon. Andrew Ogunsakin, described the attack as “unfortunate and unacceptable”, noting that the behaviour does not represent the values of the Ikale people.

“I received the news of the unfortunate mistreatment meted out to Abass Akande Obesere and his team with deep disappointment and utmost distaste. This incident is unacceptable and does not reflect the values we uphold as a people,” he said.

Ogunsakin said his administration will not tolerate acts that threaten public harmony or tarnish the local government’s image, assuring that measures would be taken to avoid similar incidents.

“I want to assure the public that necessary steps will be taken to address this matter and prevent future occurrences, whether toward artists, celebrities, entertainers, or any individual visiting or residing in our local government.

“I will be personally reaching out to Obesere and his team to convey our regrets. We are looking into the matter thoroughly to ensure such an incident does not repeat itself,” he added.