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On Monday, residents of the Ilu-Abo community in the Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State peacefully protested a recent increase in kidnappings, blocking the Airport-Owo Expressway, and causing heavy traffic along the axis.

Oladeinde Tomilola, a middle-aged woman, was abducted on Sunday night at the home’s entrance, and the protest came after that.

According to eyewitnesses, the attackers, who are believed to be armed, shot at her car before escorting her away.

Two neighbors who attempted to intervene were shot in the stomach and one in the head during the attack.

Both victims received urgent medical care at a nearby hospital.

Additionally, a woman and her 11-year-old daughter reportedly suffered varying injuries as a result of the gunfire.

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Protesters gathered early on Monday to demand immediate government intervention in response to the worsening security situation, including youths, women, and community leaders, and chant solidarity songs.

Funmilayo Odunlami-Jimoh, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, confirmed the incidents, stating that they took place in distinct but related incidents.

One John Ofuduwa was shot and killed while driving into his home in a Toyota Camry saloon car with Abuja registration number GWA 674 CM, according to him when six armed men, whose identities are still unknown, opened fire on him. He was seriously hurt by a gunshot wound.

A middle-aged woman, Oladeinde Tomilola, who was also about to enter her compound, was abducted by the attackers, according to Jimoh, adding that a woman’s daughter, 11, and two other people, who were also hurt by stray bullets, also suffered injuries.

On Monday, Ondo State’s Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal, visited the area to assess the situation and speak with residents.

Suanu Baridam, the Paramount Ruler of the Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, was just a few meters away from being killed when gunmen opened fire on his convoy.

On Sunday evening, the first-class traditional ruler was attacked as he left a meeting with the Okwale community in Khana.

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Along the Tekar Sogho Road, which connects the area to the East–West Road, an incident occurred around 5:30 p.m.

The assailants attempted to stop the monarch’s vehicle between Taabaa Junction and Sogho, according to eyewitness accounts.

The gunmen reportedly opened fire on the car when the driver refused to stop.

His driver also suffered gunshot wounds in the attack, and the monarch’s leg was also injured.

The traditional ruler is currently receiving medical care, while the other was taken urgently to the hospital for treatment.

Police launch a probe

The Rivers State Police Command confirmed the incident in a press release on Monday, stating that unknown gunmen stormed the monarch’s black Prado Jeep and attacked the vehicle, destroying the windscreen and other components.

The victim was identified as King T. Y. Baridam, the Paramount Ruler of Bangha Community, and police identified him as King T. Y. Baridam.

Although the attackers’ motive for the attack is still unknown, according to sources, there are strong indications that the assailants intended to kill the traditional ruler.

King Baridam has survived an assassination attempt for the second time.

The police claimed patrol teams were immediately dispatched to the location to comb the area and locate the attackers.

The Rivers State Police Command has launched an investigation into the incident and will make no mistakes in prosecuting the suspects, according to the statement.

Additionally, the Command urged people to remain calm and provide credible information that would help security agencies with their inquiries.

In an effort to improve bilateral relations between the two nations, President Bola Tinubu has left Abuja for a state visit to the Republic of Türkiye.

On Monday, the President made his way to the visit to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, arriving at around 2:05 p.m.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated in a statement on Sunday that the visit aims to intensify cooperation in key areas like security, education, social development, innovation, and aviation.

Onanuga noted that the trip comes in the wake of Recep Tayyip Erdoan’s earlier official visit to Nigeria in October 20 and 20, 2021, which boosted relations between Abuja and Ankara.

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Both nations are expected to engage in strategic political and diplomatic missions centered on interconnected financial, trade, and investment goals during President Tinubu’s visit.

Additionally, the program will feature senior government officials from both countries signing memoranda of understandings (MoUs) covering protocol, media and communications, energy, technical cooperation, and protocol.

The presidency noted that a business forum will be held on the day of the visit to discuss potential opportunities for reciprocal economic growth among Nigerian and Turkish investors.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Minister of Defense, General Christopher Musa (rtd), and Jimi Benson, the chairman of the House Committee on Defence, are all members of the President’s delegation.

The Minister of Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Mohammed Mohammed Mohammed, the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Suleiman-Ibrahim, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Culture and Creative Economy, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, and the Minister of Culture and Creative Economy are also present.

In an effort to improve bilateral relations between the two nations, President Bola Tinubu has left Abuja for a state visit to the Republic of Türkiye.

On Monday, the President made his way to the visit to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, arriving at around 2:05 p.m.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated in a statement on Sunday that the visit aims to intensify cooperation in key areas like security, education, social development, innovation, and aviation.

Onanuga noted that the trip comes in the wake of Recep Tayyip Erdoan’s earlier official visit to Nigeria in October 20 and 20, 2021, which boosted relations between Abuja and Ankara.

Read more:  Tinubu Will Take a Trip to Turkey On Monday.

Both nations are expected to engage in strategic political and diplomatic missions centered on interconnected financial, trade, and investment goals during President Tinubu’s visit.

Additionally, the program will feature senior government officials from both countries signing memoranda of understandings (MoUs) covering protocol, media and communications, energy, technical cooperation, and protocol.

The presidency noted that a business forum will be held on the day of the visit to discuss potential opportunities for reciprocal economic growth among Nigerian and Turkish investors.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Minister of Defense, General Christopher Musa (rtd), and Jimi Benson, the chairman of the House Committee on Defence, are all members of the President’s delegation.

The Minister of Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Mohammed Mohammed Mohammed, the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Suleiman-Ibrahim, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Culture and Creative Economy, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, and the Minister of Culture and Creative Economy are also present.