Tragedy struck Ondo State following separate violent incidents that left multiple people dead, including a mother and her daughter in an attack by suspected kidnappers, as well as another case involving the alleged killing of a woman by her son.
In the first incident, gunmen attacked a poultry farm in Igushin via Ala, Akure, where they killed a woman and her daughter after gaining access to the premises by scaling the fence. Eyewitnesses said about five armed men stormed the farm while the owner, her daughter, her sister, and other staff were on site.
The attackers abducted three persons during the operation, sparking panic in the community. The bodies of the poultry farm owner and her daughter were later discovered within the compound.
An eyewitness said the gunmen arrived unexpectedly and escaped after carrying out the abduction and killings. Security operatives were later alerted, prompting a police response to the area.
The Nigeria Police Force confirmed that two of the abducted victims were rescued during a coordinated operation.
Ondo State Police spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, condemned the attack, expressing sorrow over the loss of lives while confirming ongoing efforts to track down the attackers.
He added that security measures had been strengthened in the area and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
In a separate incident, a man identified as Ife was arrested by operatives of the Amotekun Corps after allegedly killing his mother in Supare-Akoko, Akoko South-West Local Government Area.
The deceased, a health worker, was reportedly attacked at her residence. Community sources said the suspect had previously exhibited concerning behaviour before the incident occurred.
Authorities said investigations are ongoing into both incidents as security agencies work to restore calm across affected communities in the state.
