The retired Army General Onikoro of Koro Oba Aremu Olusegun Cole was murdered by gunmen who entered his palace Thursday evening and kidnapped his wife and two others. The Kwara State Police Command has pledged to apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators.
Early on Friday morning, the spokesperson for the police command, DSP Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, issued a statement urging the troubled residents of Koro town to remain because everything would be done to apprehend the murderers of their monarch.
The assertion peruses, “It is with profound distress that I affirm the awful occurrence that unfurled today in Koro, Ekiti Nearby Government Area of Kwara State. The Onikoro, Oba Aremu Olusegun Cole, was tragically killed when gunmen broke into his palace and took his wife and one other person hostage.
“The Kwara State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police CP Victor OLAIYA (psc+), extends his sincere condolences to the victims’ loved ones, friends, and the entire community. Our requests are with them during this difficult time.
“Quick and concentrated examinations are in progress to secure those crooks for this unpardonable demonstration. We reassure the public that every effort will be made to bring the culprits to justice as soon as possible.
“Safety efforts in the Koro people group have been heightened, and strategic groups are being activated to amplify security to guarantee the wellbeing and prosperity of occupants.
“The CP has encouraged general society to try to avoid panicking, cautious, and helpful as we work energetically to unwind this matter; arrest the culprits and bring charges to court. The Kwara State Police Power stays steadfast in its obligation to shielding lives and property,” closed the proclamation.
Review that the thrill seeker Shooters attacked the castle of Olukoro of Koro in the Ekiti nearby government area of Kwara State on Thursday night and killed the customary leader of the local area, General Segun Aremu (rtd).
The shooters additionally whisked away the spouse of the ruler and two others.
The Kwara state government affirmed the killing of the ruler and the kidnapping of three others, including his better half, in a press explanation gave by the lead representative’s Central Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaiye, late Thursday night.
“Unknown assailants reportedly shot the monarch dead in his palace on Thursday night, subsequently removing his wife and two others.
“The governor slammed the development, calling it careless, shocking, and abhorrent,” he said.
He urged the security agencies to use all of their resources to catch the criminals, free the spouse and others who had been taken from them, and bring them to justice.
“We will absolutely locate the perpetrators and ensure that this is their final act of human rights abuse.” My significant sympathies go out to individuals of Koro. In a statement that was signed by his chief press secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor said, “Our hearts are broken, and we stand by them at this time and always.”
