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Bandits kill local security commander in Kwara community

Suspected armed bandits have reportedly killed a community security commander in Idofin-Ayekale, Oke-Ero Local Government Area of Kwara State. Reports reaching DAILY POST indicated that the security commander, identified as Agbeniga Taye, a local security guard, paid the supreme price while defending residents during an attack on the community on Thursday evening. Informed sources also disclosed…

Bandits kill local security commander in Kwara community

Suspected bandits have reportedly carried out a deadly attack on a community security commander in Idofin-Ayekale, Oke-Ero Local Government Area of Kwara State. Agbeniga Taye, a local security guard, was killed while defending residents during the raid on Thursday evening. Two people were also abducted during the incident, raising worries about the security situation in Kwara South Senatorial District.

The identities of the abducted individuals have not been disclosed yet. The incident has heightened concerns among residents about the impact of frequent attacks on communities and families in the region. Kwara South has seen a series of attacks and kidnappings in recent years, despite the presence of security forces. Residents have repeatedly demanded stronger security measures to safeguard lives and property in the affected areas.

Attempts to contact security agencies for comment on the latest incident were unsuccessful on Friday.

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