Oyogist.com has learnt that present Governor of Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has temporarily suspended Commissioner for Environment, Abiodun Abudu-Balogun over his Alleged involvement in the attempted rape of a teenager.
Abudu-Balogunn was alleged to have sexually harassed a 16-year-old, Barakat Melojueku.
A statement by the Governor read:
“Whilst taking cognizance of the principle of a suspect being presumed innocent until proven guilty and the public statement issued by Hon. Abudu-Balogun denying the allegation, as a government with zero tolerance for gender-based violence and indeed any criminality, the suspension is a further demonstration of the commitment of Prince Dapo Abiodun Administration to fairness, equity, justice and the rule of law, no matter who is involved.”
