SOJI AJIBOLA, Ibadan
Gunmen have reportedly abducted the traditional head of Araromi village in Bakatari area, Chief Tafa Apampa and his wife.
Gunmen, as reliably informed, stormed the serene community along Ibadan-Abeokuta road around 11pm on Tuesday and headed straight to the palace of the chiefs’ head.
The assailants were reportedly armed with dangerous weapons including guns and fired several shots into the air to scare the villagers and passersby.
The Baale of the community and his wife were later whisked away to an unknown destination.
Confirming the incident, the State Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Adewale Osifeso said the incident happened very late on Tuesday.
He said efforts to rescue both victims and as well apprehend the abductors are ongoing.