Armed bandits have abducted a nine-year-old boy and destroyed two houses during a violent attack on the Igbosi area of Idogun in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The attackers reportedly stormed the community at about 1:00 a.m. on Friday, firing sporadically to scare residents before vandalising properties and kidnapping the victim, identified as Oluwatobi, the son of a local pastor, Isaac Olaosebikan.

According to sources in the community, the gunshots triggered panic among residents, forcing many to flee their homes and seek refuge in neighbouring communities.

Confirming the incident, the Ondo State Police Command said the attack was reported at about 2:30 a.m. by residents of Ugbosi Quarters, Idogun.

The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, explained that the armed men invaded the area around 1:30 a.m., shooting indiscriminately and creating fear among residents.

According to the police, the assailants forced their way into the residence of Pastor Isaac Olaosebikan. In an attempt to save his life, the cleric escaped into a nearby bush, leaving behind his son, Master Olaosebikan Victor, who was subsequently abducted by the attackers.

Another resident, Joel Owalekan, reportedly escaped unharmed after the gunmen damaged his residence while attempting to gain access.

The police spokesperson disclosed that operatives of the Ondo State Police Command, working alongside members of the Amotekun Corps, have launched a coordinated search-and-rescue operation.

Security personnel have since combed surrounding forests and possible escape routes in a bid to rescue the kidnapped child and apprehend those responsible for the attack.

The command also confirmed that investigations have commenced, while relevant exhibits recovered from the scene are being examined to aid efforts to track down the perpetrators.

Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu, has directed tactical teams, intelligence units and other security formations to intensify efforts toward the immediate rescue of the victim and the arrest of the suspects.

The police further assured residents that they are collaborating with other security agencies and local vigilante groups to ensure the kidnappers are brought to justice.

The latest attack has heightened concerns over insecurity in parts of Ondo State, particularly in communities bordering forested areas that have increasingly come under threat from kidnappers and other criminal elements.

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Kehinde Jacob Faledon, the traditional ruler of Agamo Community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, has been shot dead by unidentified gunmen.

The monarch was reportedly attacked on Wednesday night after armed men stormed his palace and forcefully took him away. Sources within the community disclosed that the assailants attempted to abduct the ruler, but he resisted before he was shot.

Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer in Ondo State, Jimoh Abayomi, said the command received distress information around 7:50 p.m. from a community leader, High Chief Ajewole Clement of New Town, Itaogbolu.

According to the police spokesperson, about six armed men invaded the monarch’s residence and forcibly removed him from the premises. He was later discovered with gunshot wounds and pronounced dead at the scene.

The Divisional Police Officer, supported by tactical units of the command, has since mobilised officers in collaboration with local hunters, Atuluse Security operatives and members of the Amotekun Corps to comb nearby forests and adjoining communities in search of the attackers.

The police said efforts are ongoing to apprehend those responsible for the killing, while security surveillance has been intensified across the area to forestall further breakdown of law and order.

Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and provide useful information that could assist ongoing investigations.

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A fresh wave of tension has erupted in Okitipupa Local Council of Ondo State as businessman and philanthropist, Tony Aduro, and the Chairman of the council, Andrew Ogunsakin, clash over the ownership of a disputed parcel of land.

The conflict, which has triggered protests and community-wide division, centres on Plot LH 114, Oke-Oyinbo Road, a piece of land Aduro claims to have legally purchased.

Aduro: “I’m being victimised for supporting grassroots development”

In a statement issued by his counsel, Brikani Mbeh, Aduro rejected allegations of land grabbing, insisting he acquired the land legitimately from the original Federal Government allottee.

> “I am not a land grabber. I purchased this land legally. My only offence is that I support grassroots development, and some people do not like that,” he said.

Aduro alleged that during a visit to the property with his workers, they were attacked by thugs allegedly linked to the council chairman — a situation he described as “an abuse of power.”

Protests by Hausa community escalate tension

Earlier, members of the Hausa community in Okitipupa staged a protest claiming they were being forcefully evicted from the disputed land at Aduro’s instruction.

But the businessman insists that the protest was politically orchestrated, stating that the property has long been recognised as Federal Government land, not council property.

Council Chairman fires back

Responding to the crisis, Chairman Andrew Ogunsakin accused Aduro of falsifying claims and manipulating security agencies, alleging that the businessman misled the police — a development that prompted his recent invitation to Abuja for questioning.

Aduro’s investments in the community

Despite the dispute, Aduro says he remains committed to developing communities in Okitipupa and Ikale, listing several completed and ongoing projects, including:

Solar-powered community water projects

• An ultra-modern library
• Science and computer laboratories
• Health centres worth over N65 million
• Aduro Farms, valued above N2.5 billion, created to boost jobs and local economic opportunities

He stressed that his intention was to create impact, not conflict.

Legal battle continues

The businessman says he will continue to pursue the matter through lawful means, expressing confidence that “truth will prevail.”

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Residents of Ijoka in the Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State on Monday took to the streets to protest the deplorable state of the Ijoka/Ijo Mimo road, accusing the government of neglecting the area for years.

The protesters, who gathered in the early hours, blocked access to the road, lamenting that it had become impassable and a source of daily hardship for motorists and pedestrians.

Chanting anti-government songs, the demonstrators described the road’s condition as a sign of abandonment by the state government, claiming it had caused multiple accidents and hindered local businesses.

One of the residents, Ayanfe Adeyemi, said the road had been left unattended for nearly four years under the administration of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

“For the past three to four years, this has been our worst experience. Whether during the rainy or dry season, this road remains terrible,” Adeyemi said. “We are giving the government one week to return tractors to the site; otherwise, we’ll be back on the streets.”

Another resident, Oni Alade, appealed to Governor Aiyedatiwa to intervene, saying traders were struggling to move goods to and from the market.

“I trekked almost five miles to vote for Aiyedatiwa. We just want him to fix this road and ease our suffering,” she said.

Responding to the protest, Chairman of Akure South Local Government, Hon. Gbenga Fasua, assured the crowd that the state government had not abandoned the project.

He explained that plans were ongoing to resume work on the Ijoka road soon, adding that the government was aware of residents’ hardship.

The Ijoka road dualisation project was initiated by the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu’s administration and remains one of the major infrastructure works yet to be completed in the state.

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The Ondo State Government has unveiled new measures to modernise urban planning and ensure sustainable development across its towns and cities.

In a renewed drive to reshape its cities and towns, the Ondo State Government has entered into a stronger alliance with professional town planners to deliver sustainable urban growth, modern infrastructure, and orderly development across the state.

Olajide disclosed that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration has begun work on a comprehensive master plan for Akure and other key towns. He explained that the state has also launched the digitalisation of building permit approvals, designed to speed up applications, improve transparency, and support urban renewal.

He assured town planners that the government would continue to collaborate on capacity building, enforcement of planning regulations, and protecting lands reserved for future projects.

Speaking at the meeting, NITP State Chairman, Professor Ayo Olajuyigbe, represented by TPL Akin Ogundipe, urged the state to release funds quickly for the Akure master plan. He further suggested an amnesty programme for property owners without building approvals, allowing them to regularise documents without penalties—a move he said could increase the state’s internally generated revenue.

Olajuyigbe pledged the Institute’s commitment to decentralised planning, protection of public lands, and stronger community involvement in shaping urban development.

Also speaking, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Chief Oluwagbenga Akingbasote, said the government would continue to rely on planners for technical expertise and project consultancy. He called on the NITP to support the newly inaugurated Strategic Committee for EU Deforestation-Free Regulation Compliance, which seeks to align Ondo’s cocoa sector with international sustainability standards.

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The official unveiling took place at the Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja, where Sanwo-Olu was joined by several high-profile guests, including governors from five states and leaders from both the public and private sectors. Among those in attendance were Governors Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Usman Ododo (Kogi), Umaru Bago (Niger), Agbu Kefas (Taraba), and the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Olajide Owolabi. Ekiti State was represented by a delegate.

Speaking at the event, Sanwo-Olu emphasized that Lagos consumes more than half of the food traded across the Southwest, placing immense pressure on supply chains. He said the state’s food economy, valued at over N6 trillion, suffers a 50% loss in produce due to inadequate storage and inefficient transport logistics.

“It became clear that we must organise our food systems to feed our people well,” the governor stated. “With the ‘Produce for Lagos’ programme, we are directly addressing these gaps by enhancing logistics and connecting our dynamic food economy with producers across the country.”

The governor also introduced 150 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered 40-foot trucks under the Lagos Food Systems Infrastructure Company. These trucks, he said, are designed to transport food efficiently across the country and return without refueling—marking a major shift in agricultural logistics.

“This initiative is not just about today’s needs. It’s about building an ecosystem that meets future demands,” Sanwo-Olu added. “We are combining policy with infrastructure and financial models that will endure, ensuring food availability for future generations.”

The project is supported by various special purpose vehicles including the Lagos Bulk Trading Company and private logistics provider Ekolog.

Tony Elumelu, Chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), pledged N25 billion in support of the initiative, stating, “The programme will help address unemployment, and UBA is fully committed to being a part of this transformational journey.”

Niger State Governor Umaru Bago also pledged his state’s support by offering 500,000 hectares of farmland exclusively for food production for Lagos.

“When I saw ‘Produce for Lagos,’ I said, no—I am farming for Lagos,” Bago remarked. “This is our way of creating value through partnership.”

The initiative also drew praise from the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, who called the project “one of the most visionary food interventions” in recent times.

“This gives farmers value for their produce while ensuring the city builds a resilient food system. This is how we build the Lagos—and Nigeria—of the future,” Tijani noted.

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, echoed similar sentiments, commending the Lagos State Government for recognizing the link between food security and national stability. In a statement released through Defence Headquarters, he applauded the collaboration with private and state-level partners, calling it “a timely and strategic intervention.”

The initiative, aligns with the Lagos State Agriculture and Food Systems Roadmap of 2021 and signals a new era of collaborative governance in addressing Nigeria’s food challenges.

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Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, the Provost of the institution, Dr. Albert Fadiyimu, clarified that although the college had previously lost the case at both the Ondo State High Court and the Court of Appeal, no final judgment has been delivered by the Supreme Court on the matter.

Fadiyimu described the widespread report that the apex court had granted possession of the land to the Ogunmokun Family as “erroneous and misleading.” He explained that while the Supreme Court had earlier struck out an appeal by the college due to procedural issues, a valid application for leave to appeal has since been filed and is currently awaiting hearing.

“Let it be abundantly clear,” he said, “the Supreme Court is now seized of the matter. No final decision has been made, and no party has the legal or moral right to act unilaterally or incite the public with inaccurate claims.”

The provost further warned against any form of transaction involving the disputed land, stressing that any such actions would be premature and unlawful until the court reaches a final verdict.

“No one should buy, lease, or engage in any transaction on the disputed land until the Supreme Court delivers its judgment. Any such move will attract legal consequences,” he cautioned.

Fadiyimu reiterated that the college’s legal team had taken all necessary steps to ensure that the matter is revisited properly by the court. He maintained that what transpired earlier was a procedural dismissal, not a ruling on the merits of the land ownership case.

“There is a deliberate attempt to confuse the public on the difference between a case being struck out and a final judgment. The former does not amount to a ruling on the substantive issues,” he noted.

The institution urged members of the public and stakeholders to remain calm and patient, assuring that the college would continue to pursue all legal avenues to protect its land and institutional integrity.

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Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, disclosed during a press briefing in Akure that the victims—25-year-old Abah John Friday and his 19-year-old friend, Okah Andrel Eloho—were abducted on June 20, 2025. A formal petition filed by a family member on June 24 triggered the investigation that would later uncover the chilling details behind their deaths.

“Following a petition received from legal representatives of the victims’ family, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad launched a discreet investigation using forensic tracking,” Lawal stated.

According to the Commissioner, detectives traced a stolen iPhone belonging to one of the victims to Computer Village in Lagos, where it had been resold. The phone’s trail led to the arrest of Abdul Mohammed Mubarak, who revealed he bought the device from another suspect, Ojo Michael, later apprehended in Ekiti State. A Lexus RX 350 belonging to the victims was also recovered.

Upon interrogation, Michael reportedly confessed to orchestrating the crime with the help of the landlord, Oladele Femi, and an accomplice still at large, identified only as “Kola.” He admitted to participating in the robbery, abduction, and eventual killing of the two students.

“It was revealed that the landlord masterminded the attack and engaged others to execute the plan. A sum of ₦800,000 was transferred from the male victim’s account during their captivity,” Lawal explained.

In a disturbing turn, Michael also admitted to sexually assaulting the female victim before killing her and her friend, allegedly to prevent them from identifying him. Their bodies were discarded in different locations across Ekiti State.

Based on the suspects’ confessions, police were able to recover the remains of the female victim in a forested area near Ode-Ekiti. The body has since been deposited at a nearby mortuary for autopsy. Efforts to retrieve the male victim’s remains, reportedly dumped in a river, are still ongoing.

Commissioner Lawal described the incident as a “devastating act of betrayal and greed,” and affirmed the command’s determination to bring all perpetrators to justice.

“We are intensifying efforts to apprehend the remaining suspect and ensure justice is served. The loss of these promising undergraduates is a painful reminder of the dangers that lurk behind closed doors,” he said.

The case has sparked outrage across communities in Ondo and Ekiti, with residents calling for swift justice and better security for students in the state.

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This appeal followed a motion of urgent public importance sponsored on Thursday by Hon. Donald Ojogo (APC, Ondo), who raised the alarm over the growing humanitarian crisis caused by ongoing floods that began on July 1, 2025.

Ojogo informed lawmakers that 17 out of the 22 electoral wards in his constituency have been submerged, leaving over 15,000 residents displaced and nine individuals currently hospitalised due to flood-related complications. He emphasized that the extent of the damage required swift federal intervention to prevent further hardship and a possible outbreak of waterborne diseases.

The House also mandated the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to immediately dispatch relief materials to affected communities and provide temporary shelters for those rendered homeless.

Notably, among the victims is a prominent traditional leader—the Traditional Prime Minister (Tarabiritoru) of the Arogbo Ijaw Kingdom—who, according to Ojogo, was displaced from his residence due to the floods.

Lawmakers unanimously supported the motion, underscoring the need for a long-term erosion control strategy and sustainable support mechanisms to protect flood-prone communities in the Niger Delta and other vulnerable regions.

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