AKURE — Tragedy struck Ondo State on Wednesday evening as the monarch of Agamọ Community, Oba Kehinde Falodun, was reportedly killed by suspected bandits during a failed abduction attempt.
The incident occurred in Akure North Local Government Area, sending shockwaves across the community and beyond.
Sources within the locality disclosed that the gunmen stormed the area in an attempt to whisk away the traditional ruler.
However, the monarch was said to have resisted the move, leading to a violent confrontation.
In the chaos that followed, Oba Falodun was fatally attacked, leaving residents in grief and disbelief.
The killing of the respected royal father has heightened concerns over rising insecurity in parts of Ondo State, particularly in rural communities where traditional rulers often play central roles in maintaining peace and cultural heritage.
Residents described the late monarch as a custodian of tradition and a stabilising figure in the community.
Security agencies are yet to issue an official statement, but local sources say efforts are underway to track down the perpetrators.
The incident adds to growing calls for stronger security measures to protect community leaders and residents from criminal attacks.
As Agamọ mourns its fallen monarch, many are left asking urgent questions about safety and the protection of traditional institutions in Nigeria’s rural heartlands.
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