Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Tension has gripped communities in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State after armed bandits abducted the Ojibara of Bayagan, Oba Kamilu Salami, in a fresh escalation of insecurity affecting rural parts of the state.
Early reports indicate that the monarch was attacked on Saturday morning while working on his farm. Residents said the ambush was sudden, forcing people in the area to flee as fear spread rapidly through the community. Full details of how the attack unfolded remain unclear, but the incident has deepened concerns over the vulnerability of traditional rulers and rural dwellers who continue to face recurring threats from armed groups.
As of the time of filing this report, the Kwara State Police Command has not issued an official statement confirming the abduction or outlining any response measures. This silence has further heightened anxiety among residents who have repeatedly complained about the slow security response to attacks in the region.
The kidnapping adds to the growing list of violent incidents recorded across communities in Kwara and neighbouring states, raising urgent questions about the state’s ability to protect rural populations and secure farmlands that are vital to local livelihoods.
Authorities are being urged to act swiftly to ensure the safe return of the monarch and to restore confidence among residents who now live in fear of further attacks.
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