Two traditional rulers in Ekiti State have fallen victim to suspected armed Fulani herdsmen. In a horrifying incident, the victims, the Onimojo of Imojo Ekiti in Oye Local Government Area and the Elesun of Esun Ekiti in Ajoni, Ikole Local Government Area, were attacked while returning from a meeting. Eyewitnesses recounted that the Alara of Ara in Ikole Local Government managed to escape as the assailants attempted to abduct them.<\/p>\n
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The tragic incident unfolded on Monday evening between Oke-Ako and Ipao Ekiti, located in Ajoni Local Government area. The armed herdsmen intercepted the traditional rulers, opening fire on them, looting their belongings, and dragging their lifeless bodies into the bush.<\/p>\n
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The survivors revealed that the attackers were armed Fulani men who had been operating in the area for the past five years. The Alara of Ara Ekiti narrowly escaped the assault, and sources indicated that the traditional leaders were returning from a meeting where security matters were discussed.<\/p>\n
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As the news unfolded, Amotekun operatives were swiftly mobilized into the area. An official from the Oodua Liberation Movement (OLM) in Ekiti State highlighted the prolonged occupation of the forest by armed Fulani groups, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced security measures in the region. The incident further underscores the pressing issue of security challenges involving herders in various parts of the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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