The Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State has verified that on Wednesday night in Akure, the state capital, gunmen shot a farmer and kidnapped his wife.
DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the command’s spokesperson, revealed this in a statement on Thursday.
According to him, the incident occurred around 8:45 p.m. along Oda Road in Akure.
“The command strongly condemns the criminal act carried out by suspected kidnappers who invaded the residence of one Adesida Daniel, a tomato farmer in Isagba Community, along Oda Road.
“During the incident, the victim sustained a gunshot injury to his right hand while attempting to resist the assailants who had reportedly abducted his wife.
“Upon receiving the distress call, police operatives swiftly mobilised to the scene, ensured the injured victim was rescued to the Police Clinic for medical attention, and secured the area,” he said.
The state’s commissioner of police had ordered increased patrols, bush combing operations, and intelligence gathering in the impacted area and surrounding areas in order to track down the suspects.
“The command assures residents that no effort will be spared in tracking down the perpetrators and bringing them to justice.
“Members of the public are urged to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious movements or individuals to the nearest police station,” he added.
In areas of Ondo State where kidnapping and attacks on farmers have been reported in recent years, especially along rural highways and farming towns, the occurrence heightens security concerns.
Security authorities have frequently increased patrols and bush-combing activities in the affected areas following such incidents.
NAN
