The Ondo State Police Command has deployed security operatives to Akotogbo community in Irele Local Government Area following the discovery of the bodies of two residents in a bush within the area.
The victims, identified as Loyinmi Bode and Andrew Friday, were reportedly found dead at different locations in the community in separate incidents that occurred within the last one month.
The incidents have sparked fear and tension in the agrarian community, with residents calling on security agencies and the state government to take urgent action to address the situation.
Confirming the development on Wednesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Abayomi Jimoh, said the command was aware of the incidents and had intensified security measures in the affected area.
According to him, the police remained committed to protecting the lives and property of residents across the state.
“The command is fully aware of these developments and remains resolute in its constitutional mandate of protecting the lives and property of all law-abiding residents of Ondo State,” Jimoh stated.
He explained that additional security measures had been put in place in Akotogbo and neighbouring communities to maintain peace and prevent any breakdown of law and order.
“In response, robust security measures have been emplaced within Akotogbo and its adjoining communities to prevent any breakdown of law and order and ensure sustained public safety,” he added.
Jimoh further disclosed that investigations were ongoing to identify, apprehend, and prosecute those responsible for the deaths.
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