The Nigerian Union of Journalists , Osun State Council, has condemned the attack on its members at Olomilagbala, Bolorunduro, in Ilesa East Local Government, on Monday.PREMIUM TIMES gathered that four Journalists: Shitu Abdulfatai of the Channels TV; his cameraman, Kadri Kabir; Rafiu Hammed of TV Continental, and his cameraman,Taiwo Adu, were among those attacked by suspected thugs.
Mr Ayantunji said the journalists could have lost their lives if not for some good Samaritans who rushed to their rescue. “It is indeed regrettable that those who were striving hard to ensure that the legitimate grievance of the people is brought to the attention of concerned authorities now became subject of attack.
“They are currently on admission at the Ladoke Akintola University Teaching Hospitals, Osogbo. Their cameras and other gadgets worth millions of Naira were completely destroyed.
It was stupid to bring a camera anywhere near the demonstration, which has been plagued with violence since it started. The police are looking for scapegoats, their faces on record is a surefire way to get one. Ijesha people are very stubborn...
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