According to a report by Nigerian Tribune on Thursday, April 9, 2026, a quiet community in Akure was thrown into fear and grief on Thursday night after suspected kidnappers invaded Igushin in the Ala axis, located within Akure North Local Government Area.
The attackers reportedly stormed the area under the cover of darkness, creating panic among residents as they fired gunshots into the air.
During the attack, a woman and her daughter were shot dead inside their home, while several other residents were abducted by the gunmen.
Residents described the night as chaotic, with many forced to flee their homes for safety.
The sound of gunfire echoed across the community as the attackers moved through the area.
Some villagers reportedly hid in nearby bushes, while others locked themselves indoors, unsure of what would happen next.
The presence of armed men moving freely through the community heightened fear, especially as the attackers carried out their operations without immediate resistance.
According to information gathered from a resident, the woman who was killed was known in the community as a poultry owner.
She was said to have been attacked alongside her daughter within their residence. At first, there was confusion about their fate.
Some community members initially believed that the two had been taken away by the attackers, as was the case with others who were abducted during the incident.
However, this assumption later proved to be incorrect.
As the situation became clearer, residents who approached the house made a tragic discovery.
The woman and her daughter had been shot dead.
The development deepened the shock and sorrow among community members, who had already been dealing with repeated security challenges in recent months.
The emotional impact of the discovery spread quickly, with cries and distress reported among those who gathered at the scene.
Communities within Ondo State, particularly in Akure North, have experienced a series of similar incidents in recent times.
Reports of killings and abductions have become more frequent, leaving residents in a state of uncertainty.
In response to these recurring attacks, people in the affected areas have organized protests to draw attention to their situation.
These demonstrations have been aimed at urging authorities to take stronger measures to address insecurity and protect lives and property.
Resident said, “After a few minutes, we thought that the woman and her daughter had been kidnapped. Later we heard loud cries, and when we rushed there, the two of them were shot.” Read_More…