Gunmen Assassinate Traditional Ruler

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the killing of Oba Kehinde Falodun, the Alagamọ of Agamọ community in Akure North Local Government Area, by gunmen.

The spokesperson of the Command and a Deputy Superintendent of Police, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed this development.

In a statement he made available to newsmen on Thursday in Akure, the Ondo State capital, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRP) said the monarch was shot dead on Wednesday at about 7:10pm. 

Jimoh said the information was received by the division at about 7:50pm from a community leader, High Chief Ajewole Clement of New Town, Itaogbolu.

He said the information indicated that approximately six armed men stormed the residence of the traditional ruler, forcibly took him from his compound, and subsequently fled the scene.

He added: “The victim was later found a few metres away with gunshot wounds. 

“He was confirmed dead at the scene.

“Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), alongside tactical teams from the command, promptly mobilised officers in collaboration with local security outfits.

Atuluse Security, local hunters, and Amotekun operatives also assisted to comb adjoining bushes and surrounding areas in a bid to apprehend the perpetrators. 

“Efforts are ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspects.

“Monitoring and surveillance activities have been intensified across the area to ensure the safety of residents and prevent further breakdown of law and order. 

“The public are assured that no stone will be left unturned in bringing those responsible for the heinous act to justice.” 

According to Jimoh, members of the public with credible and actionable information are urged to report to the nearest police station or contact the command.