By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo

The Osun State Police Command has declared five persons wanted in connection with the recent wave of violence linked to the political crisis in the state.

The command, in a statement by its spokesperson, Abiodun Ojelabi, said it was intensifying efforts to apprehend individuals suspected to be connected with incidents involving the loss of lives and destruction of property.

Those declared wanted include Dauda Olamilekan, also known as Emir; Taoreed, alias Small Rugged; Adetunji Kamoru Olatunde; Saka Afees, also known as Terror; and Adeyemi Saheed.

The police urged residents with information on the whereabouts of the suspects to assist the command by providing relevant details for prompt action.