JUST IN: Gunmen Kill Another Monarch, Abduct Wife, Others In Kwara

In a tragic incident, gunmen invaded the palace of Oba Segun Aremu-Cole in Koro Community, Kwara State on Thursday night and fatally shot the monarch and abducted his wife along with two others.

The attack occurred around 7p.m in the community bordering Egbe town in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State.

The Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, confirmed the attack, describing it as shocking and abominable.

A statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, said: “The monarch was reportedly shot dead in his palace on Thursday night by some unknown gunmen, who also whisked away his wife and two others.

“The governor condemned the development, which he said was reckless, shocking, and abominable.

“He charged the security agencies not to spare any resources to track down the perpetrators, free the spouse and others taken away, and bring them to book.”

He assured that “We will certainly get the perpetrators and ensure that this is their last crime against humanity.

“My profound condolences go to the people of Koro. Our hearts are broken, and we stand by them at this time and always.”