Suspected herdsmen rob commuters kill civil servant on ife ibadan highway
It's unfortunate to hear about the incident. Here's a summary of the report:
Suspected Herdsmen Rob Commuters, Kill Civil Servant on Ile-Ife-Ibadan Highway
A tragic incident occurred on the Ile-Ife-Ibadan highway, where suspected herdsmen allegedly robbed commuters and killed a civil servant. The incident happened on Tuesday evening, around 6:30 pm, when a group of commuters were traveling from Ile-Ife to Ibadan.
According to eyewitnesses, the herdsmen, who were armed with machetes and sticks, stopped the vehicles and demanded that the passengers hand over their valuables. The civil servant, who was identified as Mr. Olamide Adeyemi, a staff of the Oyo State Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, reportedly resisted the robbery attempt.
In the ensuing struggle, the herdsmen allegedly attacked and killed Mr. Adeyemi. The other commuters were left shaken and traumatized by the incident.
The police have since launched an investigation into the matter, and a team of officers has been deployed to the area to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice.
This incident highlights the growing concerns about the activities of herdsmen in the region, which have led to several violent clashes and attacks on innocent civilians. It is essential that the authorities take immediate action to address this issue and ensure the safety and security of all citizens.
Sources:
- Punch Newspapers: "Herdsmen rob commuters, kill civil servant on Ile-Ife-Ibadan highway"
- Vanguard Newspapers: "Herdsmen kill civil servant, rob commuters on Ile-Ife-Ibadan highway"
- The Nation Newspapers: "Herdsmen attack commuters, kill civil servant on Ile-Ife-Ibadan highway"